WO2014021288A1 - Air cell system - Google Patents

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WO2014021288A1
WO2014021288A1 PCT/JP2013/070536 JP2013070536W WO2014021288A1 WO 2014021288 A1 WO2014021288 A1 WO 2014021288A1 JP 2013070536 W JP2013070536 W JP 2013070536W WO 2014021288 A1 WO2014021288 A1 WO 2014021288A1
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長山　森
宮澤　篤史
佳子 塚田
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
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    • H01M—PROCESSES OR MEANS, e.g. BATTERIES, FOR THE DIRECT CONVERSION OF CHEMICAL ENERGY INTO ELECTRICAL ENERGY
    • H01M10/00—Secondary cells; Manufacture thereof
    • H01M10/42—Methods or arrangements for servicing or maintenance of secondary cells or secondary half-cells
    • H01M10/48—Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
    • H01M10/482—Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte for several batteries or cells simultaneously or sequentially
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01M—PROCESSES OR MEANS, e.g. BATTERIES, FOR THE DIRECT CONVERSION OF CHEMICAL ENERGY INTO ELECTRICAL ENERGY
    • H01M12/00—Hybrid cells; Manufacture thereof
    • H01M12/04—Hybrid cells; Manufacture thereof composed of a half-cell of the fuel-cell type and of a half-cell of the primary-cell type
    • H01M12/06—Hybrid cells; Manufacture thereof composed of a half-cell of the fuel-cell type and of a half-cell of the primary-cell type with one metallic and one gaseous electrode
    • H01M12/065—Hybrid cells; Manufacture thereof composed of a half-cell of the fuel-cell type and of a half-cell of the primary-cell type with one metallic and one gaseous electrode with plate-like electrodes or stacks of plate-like electrodes
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01M—PROCESSES OR MEANS, e.g. BATTERIES, FOR THE DIRECT CONVERSION OF CHEMICAL ENERGY INTO ELECTRICAL ENERGY
    • H01M50/00—Constructional details or processes of manufacture of the non-active parts of electrochemical cells other than fuel cells, e.g. hybrid cells
    • H01M50/60—Arrangements or processes for filling or topping-up with liquids; Arrangements or processes for draining liquids from casings
    • H01M50/609—Arrangements or processes for filling with liquid, e.g. electrolytes
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01M—PROCESSES OR MEANS, e.g. BATTERIES, FOR THE DIRECT CONVERSION OF CHEMICAL ENERGY INTO ELECTRICAL ENERGY
    • H01M2220/00—Batteries for particular applications
    • H01M2220/20—Batteries in motive systems, e.g. vehicle, ship, plane
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y02—TECHNOLOGIES OR APPLICATIONS FOR MITIGATION OR ADAPTATION AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
    • Y02E—REDUCTION OF GREENHOUSE GAS [GHG] EMISSIONS, RELATED TO ENERGY GENERATION, TRANSMISSION OR DISTRIBUTION
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  • the present invention relates to an air battery system having an air battery cartridge having one or more air batteries, and a main body to which the air battery cartridge can be attached and detached.
  • Patent Document 1 As a prior art of this type of air battery system, there is one disclosed in Patent Document 1 under the name “battery having a modular air cathode and an anode cage” (hereinafter simply referred to as “battery”).
  • the battery disclosed in Patent Document 1 includes a non-conductive cell container that is resistant to a cell electrolyte solution, a porous sheet cathode member, a perforated metal conductor member pressed against the sheet cathode member, and the sheet cathode member and conductor member
  • the anode cage and the combined framed cathode are configured to be removable from the non-conductive cell container and re-inserted into the non-conductive cell container by releasing the compressive force.
  • an object of the present invention is to provide an air battery system that can detect an abnormality in a part of the system in advance and prevent the occurrence of a failure or the like.
  • the present invention for solving the above-described problems is directed to an air battery system having an air battery cartridge having one or more air batteries and a main body to which the air battery cartridge can be detachably attached.
  • System state determination means for determining whether or not there is an abnormality in a part of the system when the liquid is injected, the system is operated, the system is started, or the air battery cartridge is installed.
  • a cartridge use prohibiting means for prohibiting the use of the mounted air battery cartridge is provided.
  • the present invention it is possible to detect an abnormality in a part of the system in advance and prevent occurrence of a failure or the like.
  • FIG. 1 It is a block diagram showing a schematic structure of an air battery system concerning one embodiment of the present invention. It is a perspective view of the main body which makes a part of air battery system same as the above.
  • (A) is a perspective view which shows the connection state of a bus-bar and an air battery cartridge
  • (B) is a perspective view which shows the distribution
  • FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a schematic configuration of an air battery system according to an embodiment of the present invention
  • FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a main body forming a part of the air battery system
  • 3A is a perspective view showing a connection state between the bus bar and the air battery cartridge
  • FIG. 3B is a perspective view showing a state of air circulation with the air battery cartridge connected to the bus bar.
  • An air battery system A mainly includes an electrolyte solution tank 5 that stores an electrolyte solution W, a cartridge box (main body) C, and a control unit D.
  • electrolyte solution W is an aqueous solution or a non-aqueous solution containing an alkali such as KOH or a chloride such as NaCl as a main component.
  • the cartridge box (main body) C is provided with a bus bar 50 in which the air battery cartridge (hereinafter simply referred to as “cartridge”) B, the details of which will be described later, is detachable.
  • carrier the air battery cartridge
  • the cartridge B has a plurality of air batteries 60 that are assembled batteries.
  • the air battery 60 is configured by laminating a liquid-tight gas permeable membrane, a positive electrode layer, an electrolytic solution layer, and a negative electrode material (all not shown) in a rectangular frame, and are connected in series or in parallel to each other. Yes.
  • the air cells 60 are arranged at a constant interval so as to define an air flow path ⁇ (see FIG. 3B) between them.
  • the bus bar 50 is provided with a cartridge mounting portion 51 for connecting and connecting to the air battery 60.
  • the casing 10 has a rectangular parallelepiped shape in which side plates 12 to 15 are erected on the four edges of a rectangular bottom plate 11 and an upper plate 16 is disposed on the side plates 12 to 15.
  • the upper plate 16 is provided with cartridge attaching / detaching slots (hereinafter simply referred to as “slots”) 16a to 16c (see FIG. 2) for attaching / detaching the cartridge B at a required interval.
  • the casing 10 includes an air battery temperature detection sensor SN9 for detecting the temperature of the air battery 60 constituting the cartridge B mounted thereon, and a liquid leakage for detecting the electrolyte leaked from each air battery 60.
  • the detection sensor SN11 is arranged, and they are connected to the input side of the control unit D. In addition, when multiple leak locations are anticipated, multiple leak detection sensors SN11 may be provided as appropriate.
  • Lock mechanisms L for locking the cartridge B are provided on the back side of the upper plate 16 where the slots 16a to 16c are provided.
  • the lock mechanism L has a lock member 9 for locking the cartridge B inserted into the slots 16a to 16c.
  • the lock member 9 is swingably supported between an unlock position (A) that allows the insertion of the cartridge B and a lock position (A) that locks the inserted cartridge B by locking.
  • the lock mechanism L described above is provided with a lock detection sensor SN1 for detecting each lock member 9 moving to the unlock position (A) or the lock position (A), and each of these lock detection sensors SN1.
  • the lock member 9 is formed so that only the cartridge B having the same outer shape and direction can be inserted.
  • the side plate 12 of the housing 10 is provided with an introduction port 12a for introducing air into the housing 10 near the side plate 15, and the introduction port 12a has a single air flow path.
  • the air supply pipe 20 which forms a part is connected.
  • a discharge port 14a for discharging the air circulated in the housing 10 is disposed on the side plate 14 of the housing 10 near the side plate 13, and an air flow is provided in the discharge port 14a.
  • An air discharge pipe 30 forming a part of the path is connected.
  • the air supply pipe 20 includes a filter 21 for removing dust and the like from the upstream side to the downstream side in the air supply direction, a blower 22 for pumping air, an air flow path temperature detection sensor SN2, and an air flow path pressure detection.
  • the sensor SN3, the opening / closing valve 23, and the air flow path leakage detection sensor SN4 are sequentially arranged.
  • the “air passage temperature detection sensor SN2” is for detecting the temperature of the air flowing through the air supply pipe 20.
  • the “air channel pressure detection sensor SN3” is for detecting the pressure of the air supply pipe 20.
  • the “air channel leakage detection sensor SN4” is for detecting leakage of air flowing through the air supply pipe 20.
  • the blower 22 shown in the present embodiment is a pressure feeding device for changing the internal pressure of the cartridge B.
  • the air flow path pressure detection sensor SN3 is for detecting fluctuations in the internal pressure of the cartridge B.
  • the blower 22 and the opening / closing valve 23 are connected to the output side of the control unit D and are appropriately driven, and the air passage temperature detection sensor SN2, the air passage pressure detection sensor SN3, and the air passage leakage.
  • the air detection sensor SN4 is connected to the input side, and the detected temperature data, pressure data, and presence / absence of air leakage are input to the control unit D.
  • the air flow path leak detection sensor SN5 the air flow path temperature detection sensor SN6, the air flow path pressure detection sensor SN7, the open / close valve 31, hydrogen
  • the gas detection sensor SN10 is sequentially arranged.
  • Air channel leakage detection sensor SN5 is an abnormality detection sensor for detecting leakage of air flowing through the air discharge pipe 30.
  • Air channel temperature detection sensor SN6 is an abnormality detection sensor for detecting the temperature of the air flowing through the air discharge pipe 30.
  • the “air flow path pressure detection sensor SN7” is an abnormality detection sensor for detecting the pressure of the air flowing through the air discharge pipe 30.
  • Hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 is an abnormality detection sensor for detecting hydrogen gas contained in the air flowing through the air discharge pipe 30.
  • the opening / closing valve 31 is connected to the output side of the control unit D and is appropriately opened / closed, and the air passage leakage sensor SN5, air passage temperature detection sensor SN6, air passage pressure detection sensor SN7. And hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 is connected to the input side.
  • Both ends of the air supply pipe 20 and the air discharge pipe 30 are connected between a position on the upstream side of the opening / closing valve 23 of the air supply pipe 20 and a position on the downstream side of the opening / closing valve 31 of the air discharge pipe 30.
  • the detour pipe 40 is connected, and an open / close valve 41 is disposed in the detour pipe 40.
  • the open / close valve 41 is connected to the output side of the control unit D and is appropriately opened and closed as described above.
  • the bus bar 50 is for taking out the electric power from the cartridge B attached and connected to the outside.
  • the bus bar 50 has three parts for electrically connecting the three cartridges B to the attachment surface of the substrate 53 in a detachable manner.
  • a cartridge mounting portion 51 is protruded.
  • the bus bar 50 is disposed and fixed on the bottom plate 11 of the housing 10.
  • Reference numeral 52 denotes a partition member for partitioning the three cartridges B.
  • the introduction port 12a and the discharge port 14a are shifted as described above, the air flowing into the housing 10 from the introduction port 12a is placed and connected to the bus bar 50. After contacting each air battery 60 constituting the cartridge B, the cartridge B is discharged from the discharge port 14a.
  • an electrolytic solution for supplying the electrolytic solution W stored in the electrolytic solution tank 5 to each cartridge B is connected, and the electrolyte feed pipe 6 is provided with an opening / closing valve 7, an electrolyte pressure detection sensor SN8, and a feed pump 80.
  • the electrolyte pressure detection sensor SN8 detects the pressure of the electrolyte W flowing through the electrolyte supply pipe 6, is connected to the input side of the control unit D, and the open / close valve 7 is connected to the output side thereof. It is connected and appropriately opened and closed.
  • the air battery 60 is connected to a drain pipe 82 to a drain tank 81 provided outside the battery, together with the electrolyte supply pipe 6 from the electrolyte tank 5 side.
  • the drain pipe 82 can transfer the electrolytic solution in the air battery 60 through the open / close valve 83.
  • the electrolytic solution can be transferred to the outside by either driving the liquid feed pump 80 of the electrolytic solution tank 5 in the reverse direction or opening the opening / closing valve 83 to the drain tank 81.
  • the liquid feed pump 80 and the opening / closing valve 83 are connected to the output side of the control unit D, and are appropriately rotated or opened / closed.
  • the bus bar 50 includes an ammeter 70 for measuring an output current, a voltmeter 71 for measuring an output voltage, a connection unit 72, a DC-DC converter 73 for boosting, a connection unit 74, a lithium An ion battery 75 and a motor 76 are connected.
  • each cartridge B is disposed on the bottom plate 11 of the housing 10, and an IC chip 8 that is a storage element is disposed.
  • the IC chip 8 stores related information related to each cartridge B, discharge related information, and the like.
  • “Related information” includes the manufacturing number, rated capacity, rated output, rated electrolyte amount, ID, and the like of the cartridge B.
  • “Discharge related information” includes the mounting date of the cartridge B, the injection start date and time, the discharge start date and time, the discharge end date and time, the amount of discharge electricity, the presence / absence of the discharge, and the like.
  • control unit D is composed of a CPU (Central Processing Unit), an interface circuit, and the like, and exhibits the following functions by executing a required program.
  • CPU Central Processing Unit
  • interface circuit an interface circuit, and the like, and exhibits the following functions by executing a required program.
  • D1 A function for determining whether or not there is an abnormality in a part of the system when an electrolytic solution or water is injected into the cartridge B or when the system is operated. This function is referred to as “system state determination means D1”.
  • This system state determination means D1 determines the presence / absence of an abnormality in each part of the system based on the change in the detection amount detected by any one of the abnormality detection sensors described above.
  • the “abnormality detection sensor” includes the lock detection sensor SN1, the air flow path temperature detection sensor SN2, the air flow path pressure detection sensor SN3, the supply side air flow path leakage detection sensor SN4, and the discharge side leakage detection sensor SN5. , Air flow path temperature detection sensor SN6, air flow path pressure detection sensor SN7, electrolyte flow path pressure detection sensor SN8, air battery temperature detection sensor SN9, hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 and liquid leakage detection sensor SN11.
  • the “part of the system” in the present embodiment includes the cartridge B, the air supply pipe (air flow path) 20, the electrolyte supply pipe (electrolyte flow path) 6, and the electrical system.
  • the mounting position of the cartridge B is determined.
  • the mounting position of the cartridge B is determined by detecting the lock member 9 located at the lock position (A) by the lock detection sensor SN1 described above.
  • part of the system is an air flow path
  • the system state determination means D1 described above repeatedly determines whether there is an abnormality in a part of the system at predetermined time intervals.
  • part of system is an electrolyte flow path
  • part of system is an electrical system, determine whether there is an abnormality in the electrical system.
  • the electrical system is, for example, an electrical connection between the bus bar 50 and the cartridge B, and the presence / absence of an abnormality in the electrical system is determined by a change in capacitance.
  • hydrogen gas concentration determination means D3 A function for determining whether or not the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 has reached or exceeded a predetermined set value. This function is referred to as “hydrogen gas concentration determination means D3”.
  • air feeding means D4 A function of pumping air to the cartridge B by the pumping device (blower 22) until it is determined that the hydrogen gas concentration has reached or exceeded a predetermined set value. This function is referred to as “air feeding means D4”. Further, when the hydrogen gas concentration determination means D3 determines that the hydrogen gas concentration has become less than a predetermined set value, the air supply means D4 stops the air pressure feeding by the pressure feeding device (blower 22).
  • discharge means D5 A function for discharging the air battery 60 forming the cartridge B. This function is referred to as “discharge means D5”.
  • discharge means D5 When it is determined by the hydrogen gas concentration determination means D3 that the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 has reached or exceeded the set value, the discharge is continued by the discharge means D5. Further, when the following terminal connection determination means D13 determines that the electrical connection of the current detection terminal, the voltage detection terminal, or both is defective, the discharge of the air battery cartridge B is stopped.
  • electrolyte transfer means D6 When it is determined by the hydrogen gas concentration determination means D3 that the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 is equal to or higher than the set value, the electrolyte solution is supplied to the electrolyte tank 5 or the drain tank by the “electrolyte transfer means D6”. Transfer to 81.
  • leak determination unit D7 A function of determining whether or not a leak has been detected by the leak detection sensor SN11. This function is referred to as “leak determination unit D7”.
  • the cartridge use stopping unit D2 stops the operation of the leaking air battery 60.
  • first temperature determination means D9 When it is determined by the following first temperature determination means D9 that the temperature has become equal to or higher than a predetermined set value, the injection of the electrolytic solution or water is stopped. Injecting or stopping the electrolytic solution or water into the air battery cartridge B is performed by opening and closing the open / close valve 7.
  • first temperature determination means D9 A function of determining whether or not the temperature detected by the air battery temperature detection sensor SN9 is equal to or higher than a predetermined set value. This function is referred to as “first temperature determination means D9”.
  • the liquid injection means D8 resumes the injection of the electrolytic solution or water. That is, the opening / closing valve 7 is driven to open.
  • air channel pressure determination means D12 A function of determining whether or not the pressure detected by the air flow path pressure detection sensors SN3 and SN7 has become a predetermined value or more. This function is referred to as “air channel pressure determination means D12”.
  • the cartridge use stop means D2 discharges the air battery cartridge B and uses it. To cancel.
  • the cartridge mounting portion 51 of the cartridge box (main body) C is provided with a current detection terminal and a voltage detection terminal (both not shown) with respect to the cartridge B.
  • the terminal connection determining means D13 determines the quality of the electrical connection based on the resistance value between the terminals. When the terminal connection determining means D13 determines that the electrical connection of any of the terminals is defective, the discharging means D5 stops discharging the cartridge B.
  • a function of determining whether or not the resistance value of the air battery 60 is equal to or greater than an arbitrary reference value is referred to as “resistance value calculating means D15”.
  • the discharging means D5 decreases the discharge current.
  • elapsed time determination means D16 A function of determining whether or not a predetermined voltage and current value have been restored when it is determined that a predetermined set time has elapsed. This function is referred to as “voltage / current value recovery determination means D17”. When it is determined by the voltage / current value recovery determining means D17 that the voltage / current value is not recovered, the operation of the cartridge B having the air battery 60 is stopped.
  • integrated discharge electricity amount calculation means D19 A function of calculating the integrated discharge electricity quantity. This function is referred to as “integrated discharge electricity amount calculation means D19”. (20) A function of determining whether or not the calculated integrated discharge electricity amount is equal to or greater than a required ratio of the rated capacity of the air battery 60 forming the cartridge B. This function is referred to as “integrated discharge electricity quantity determination means D20”.
  • the “required ratio” shown in the present embodiment is 80%.
  • the integrated discharge electricity quantity determination means D19 determines that the integrated discharge electricity quantity does not exceed the required ratio of the rated capacity of the cartridge B, the operation of the cartridge B is stopped.
  • the integrated discharge electricity quantity determination means D19 determines that the integrated discharge electricity quantity is not equal to or greater than the required ratio of the rated capacity of the cartridge B, the storage means D16 indicates that the discharge to the storage element has been normally completed and the air The discharge related information is stored during the discharge of the battery 60 or at the end of the discharge.
  • FIGS. 4 and 5 are flowcharts showing a check operation when an electrolyte or water is injected into the air battery cartridge or when the present system is operated.
  • Step 1 Indicated in FIG. 4 as “S1”.
  • step 2 It is determined whether or not the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 is equal to or higher than a set value. If it is determined that the hydrogen gas concentration is equal to or higher than the set value, the process proceeds to step 3, otherwise step is performed. Proceed to 2.
  • Step 2 It is determined whether or not a leak is detected by the leak detection sensor SN11. If a leak is detected, the process proceeds to Step 5; otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 4.
  • Step 3 Since it is determined that the hydrogen gas concentration is equal to or higher than the set value, the hydrogen gas concentration is decreased by continuing the air pumping and discharging.
  • Step 4 It is determined whether or not the temperature of the cartridge (air battery 60) B detected by the air battery temperature detection sensor SN9 is equal to or higher than a predetermined set value, and it is determined that the temperature is not higher than the predetermined set value. Sometimes go to step 7, otherwise go to step 6.
  • Step 5 Since it is determined that leakage has been detected, use of the cartridge B is stopped.
  • Step 6 Since it is determined that the temperature of the cartridge (air battery 60) B has become equal to or higher than a predetermined set value, the use of the cartridge B is temporarily stopped.
  • Step 7 The pressure fluctuation of the air flow paths 20 and 30 is determined. If it is determined that there is the pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 10, and if there is no pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 8.
  • Step 8 The pressure fluctuation of the electrolyte supply pipe 6 is measured, and if there is the pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 10, and if there is no pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 9.
  • Step 9 Determine whether the connection in the electric system is good or not. If it is determined that the connection is poor, the process proceeds to Step 11; otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 10. Step 10: Since it is determined that there is air leakage in the air flow paths 20 and 30 and liquid leakage in the electrolyte supply pipe 6 or poor connection in the electrical system, the cartridge B is discharged and the process ends.
  • Step 11 It is determined whether the air battery 60 forming each cartridge B is abnormally terminated or discharged, and if it is determined that the air battery 60 is abnormally terminated or discharged, the process proceeds to Step 12; Go to step 1. That is, it is determined whether or not there is an abnormality in a part of this system at predetermined time intervals.
  • the following effects can be obtained.
  • -By detecting abnormal mounting of the cartridge B, leakage of air, electrolyte, or the like, failure or the like can be prevented in advance.
  • -Leakage and leakage can be detected at a low cost due to fluctuations in the pressure of the air supply pipe 20 and the electrolyte supply pipe 30.
  • the mounting position of the cartridge B can be determined via the lock mechanism L.
  • -Abnormality of the electrolyte flow path can be detected by determining the presence or absence of leakage in the electrolyte flow path.
  • -It is determined whether there is an abnormality in the electrical system, and if it is determined that there is an abnormality, the use of the cartridge is stopped, so that the occurrence of a failure can be prevented.
  • the air battery system of the present embodiment has substantially the same configuration as the air battery system A of the above-described embodiment, and includes an electrolyte solution tank 5 that stores the electrolyte solution W, a cartridge box (main body) C, and a control unit D. It is to be configured (see FIGS. 1 to 3).
  • the liquid feed pump 80, the drain tank 81, the drain pipe 82, the open / close valve 83, the air battery temperature detection sensor SN9, the liquid leakage detection sensor SN11, and the like are not essential members and can be omitted.
  • control unit D is composed of a CPU (Central Processing Unit), an interface circuit, and the like, and exhibits the following functions by executing necessary programs.
  • CPU Central Processing Unit
  • system state determination means d1 A function for determining whether or not there is an abnormality in a part of the system when the system is started or when the cartridge B is mounted. This function is referred to as “system state determination means d1”.
  • the “part of the system” in the present embodiment includes the cartridge B, the air supply pipe (air flow path) 20, and the electrolyte flow path 6.
  • part of the system is an air flow path
  • part of system is an electrolyte flow path
  • part of system is an electrical system, determine whether there is an abnormality in the electrical system.
  • the electrical system is, for example, an electrical connection between the bus bar 50 and the cartridge B, and the presence / absence of an abnormality in the electrical system is determined by a change in capacitance.
  • related information reading means d2 A function of reading related information relating to the cartridge stored in the storage element. This function is referred to as “related information reading means d2”.
  • the related information is the manufacturing number of the cartridge B, the rated capacity of the cartridge B, the rated output, and the rated electrolyte amount.
  • liquid amount determination means d4 A function of determining whether the rated electrolyte amount or water amount of the cartridge is equal to or less than a preset capacity. This function is referred to as “liquid amount determination means d4”.
  • liquid supply request notifying unit d5 A function of notifying a liquid supply request when it is determined that the rated electrolyte amount or the water amount is equal to or less than a preset capacity. This function is referred to as “liquid supply request notifying unit d5”. Examples of the notification include those that turn on warning lamps in the vehicle and those that use voice.
  • in-use determination means d12 A function of determining whether or not the cartridge B is in use when it is determined that the cartridge B is already used. This function is referred to as “in-use determination means d12”. Here, when it is determined that the battery is not in use, it means that it is a used battery.
  • a function of injecting electrolytic solution or water into the cartridge B is referred to as “liquid injection means d15”. Specifically, the open / close valve 7 is driven to open, and the electrolytic solution W or water is injected from the electrolytic solution tank 5 into the cartridge B. In the present embodiment, the electrolytic solution W is stored in the electrolytic solution tank 5, but “water” is stored when the electrolyte is arranged in the cartridge B.
  • a function for determining whether or not the cartridge B is used This function is referred to as “first use determination means d16”. Whether the cartridge B is used is determined by reading the discharge state of the cartridge B and making a determination based on the discharge state.
  • the cartridge use prohibiting means d14 prohibits the use of the cartridge B.
  • the liquid injection unit d15 prevents the liquid injection to the cartridge B related to the determination.
  • FIGS. 6 and 7 are flowcharts showing an initial check operation when the system is started or when a cartridge is mounted.
  • Step 15 Indicated as “S15” in FIG.
  • step 20 Indicated as “S15” in FIG.
  • Step 20 Drive the blower 22 to start pressurization (pressurization), open and open the open / close valves 23 and 31 disposed in the air supply pipe 20 and the air discharge pipe 30, and close the bypass valve 41 To do.
  • Step 30 Pressure fluctuations are measured by the pressure sensors SN3 and SN7, and if the pressure fluctuation exceeds the pressure at the time of normal cartridge mounting, the process proceeds to Step 40, the air flow path is closed, and the activation is stopped. If there is no pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to step 50.
  • Step 50 The blower 22 is driven and pressurized, and the opening / closing valve 31 is driven to close, and then the opening / closing valve 23 is driven to close.
  • Step 60 The pressure fluctuation of the air flow path is measured by the pressure sensor SN3. If there is the pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 120, and if there is no pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 70.
  • Step 70 The valve of the air flow path is driven to open, and the process proceeds to Step 80.
  • Step 80 Pressurization is performed with a blower, and the open / close valve 7 of the electrolyte supply pipe (electrolyte flow path) 6 is closed.
  • Step 90 The pressure change is determined by the pressure sensor SN8. If there is no pressure change, the process proceeds to Step 100. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 110, and the startup is stopped because there is a leak in the electrolyte supply pipe 6.
  • Step 100 The opening / closing valve 7 of the electrolyte supply pipe 6 is driven to open, and the process proceeds to Step 130.
  • Step 130 Measure the capacitance between the positive and negative electrodes of the air battery 60.
  • Step 140 It is determined whether or not the capacitance is out of the reference value range. If it is determined that the capacitance is out of the reference value range, the process proceeds to Step 150. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 160.
  • Step 150 It is determined that the electrical connection is bad, and the use of the cartridge B is prohibited.
  • Step 160 The cartridge B is locked by the lock mechanism L.
  • Step 170 It is determined whether or not the lock state by the lock mechanism L is out of the reference value range. If it is determined that the lock state is out of the reference value range, the process proceeds to Step 180. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 190.
  • Step 180 It is determined that the connection of the lock mechanism L is defective, and the use of the cartridge B is prohibited.
  • Step 200 Read the rated capacity of the cartridge B.
  • Step 210 Hold the predicted value of the power generation amount of the air battery 60 forming the cartridge B. As a result, the system operable time is predicted and the cruising distance is predicted. In other words, it is determined whether the rated capacity is within an allowable range of the present system.
  • Step 220 It is determined whether or not the system is within the allowable capacity range. If it is determined that the system is within the allowable capacity range, the process proceeds to Step 230. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 260.
  • Step 230 Read the rated output.
  • Step 240 A control value for the discharge current of the air battery 60 is set. This sets the usage of the system. The setting of the use is, for example, used for charging during traveling, charging during parking, or the like.
  • Step 250 It is determined whether or not the control value of the discharge current of the air battery 60 is within the allowable output range of the system. If it is determined that it is not within the allowable output range, the process proceeds to Step 260; Proceed to
  • Step 260 The use of the cartridge B is prohibited because the air battery 60 is defective. In other words, the activation is stopped.
  • Step 290 Notifying that the amount of the electrolytic solution is insufficient, and proceeds to Step 300.
  • the notification mode includes notifying a lamp installed in a part of the vehicle but also notifying by voice.
  • Step 300 Read the ID of the mounted cartridge B.
  • Step 310 It is determined whether the mounted cartridge (air battery) is of a type operable in the system. If it is determined that the cartridge is operable, the process proceeds to Step 320; Proceed to
  • Step 320 Read the discharge state of the mounted cartridge (air battery).
  • Step 330 It is determined whether or not the cartridge is an unused cartridge (air battery) according to the discharge state. If it is determined that the cartridge is not used, the process proceeds to Step 370. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 340.
  • Step 340 It is determined whether or not the mounted cartridge (air battery) is in use. If it is determined that the cartridge is in use, the process proceeds to Step 360. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 350. Step 350: Assuming that the cartridge is a used cartridge (air battery), its use is prohibited. Step 360: A setting is made so as not to inject liquid into the mounted cartridge (air battery).
  • Step 370 It is determined whether or not reading of the related information of the mounted cartridge (air battery) has failed. If it is determined that reading of the related information has failed, the process proceeds to Step 380. Otherwise, Step 390 is performed. Proceed to
  • Step 380 The use of the used cartridge (air battery) is prohibited because the connection between the cartridge and the connecting portion is defective.
  • Step 390 If a plurality of cartridges are mounted, they are sequentially measured to recognize that the cartridge (air battery) is usable.
  • the following effects can be obtained.
  • -It is possible to prevent a malfunction or the like by detecting in advance an abnormal mounting of an air battery cartridge or a leak of air or electrolyte.
  • Effects of air leakage, ventilation, and liquid leakage can be detected at low cost by fluctuations in the pressure of the air supply pipe and electrolyte supply pipe.
  • the lock member is formed so that only the air battery cartridge having the same outer shape and direction can be inserted, erroneous mounting of another air battery cartridge can be prevented.
  • -Abnormalities in the air flow path can be detected by determining the presence or absence of leakage or ventilation in the air flow path.
  • -Abnormality of the electrolyte flow path can be detected by determining the presence or absence of leakage in the electrolyte flow path. -By determining the presence or absence of an abnormality in the electrical system, the abnormality of the electrical system can be detected. -By reading the related information related to the air battery cartridge, the air battery cartridge can be identified. By determining whether or not all the related information related to the air battery cartridge has been read, it is possible to detect a contact failure or the like of the cartridge mounting portion. -It can prevent that the amount of electrolyte solution runs short after battery injection by determining that the amount of rated electrolyte solution or the amount of water is below the preset capacity
  • blower 22 is exemplified as the pressure feeding device, a compressor, a fan, a pump, or the like may be employed. Moreover, each structure demonstrated in the said embodiment can be combined arbitrarily.
  • Electrolyte tank 6 Electrolyte supply pipe (electrolyte flow path) 8 Memory element 9 Lock member 20 Air supply pipe (air flow path) 22 Pumping device (blower) 30 Air discharge pipe (air flow path) 51 Cartridge mounting portion 60 Air battery 81 Drain tank A Air battery system B Air battery cartridge (part of this system) C Cartridge box (main unit) D1 System state judging means D2 Cartridge use stopping means D3 Hydrogen gas concentration judging means D4 Air feeding means D5 Discharge means D6 Electrolyte transfer means D7 Liquid leakage judging means D8 Injection means D9 First temperature judging means D10 Second temperature Determination means D11 Third temperature determination means D12 Air flow path pressure determination means D13 Terminal connection determination means D14 Output voltage determination means D15 Resistance value determination means D16 Elapsed time determination means D17 Voltage / current value recovery determination means D18 Storage means D19 Accumulated discharge Electric quantity calculation means D20 Accumulated discharge electric quantity determination means d1 System state determination means d2 Related information reading means d3

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This air cell system (A) has: an air cell cartridge (B) that has one or more air cells; and a main body to/from which the air cell cartridge (B) can be attached/detached. The air cell system has: a system status determination means (D1) that determines whether or not a local anomaly is present in the system (A) when an electrolytic solution or water is injected into the air cell cartridge (B), when this system (A) is in operation, when the system is activated, or when the air cell cartridge (B) is attached; and a cartridge use prohibition means (D2) that prohibits use of the air cell cartridge (B) already attached when a local anomaly is determined to be present in the system (A).

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空気電池システムAir battery system
　本発明は、一又は二以上の空気電池を有する空気電池カートリッジと、この空気電池カートリッジを着脱自在な本体とを有する空気電池システムに関する。 The present invention relates to an air battery system having an air battery cartridge having one or more air batteries, and a main body to which the air battery cartridge can be attached and detached.
　この種の空気電池システムの従来技術として、特許文献１に「モジュール式空気カソードおよびアノードケージを有するバッテリ」（以下、単に「バッテリ」という。）とした名称において開示されたものがある。 As a prior art of this type of air battery system, there is one disclosed in Patent Document 1 under the name “battery having a modular air cathode and an anode cage” (hereinafter simply referred to as “battery”).
　特許文献１に開示されたバッテリは、セル電解質液に抵抗性ある非導電性セル容器、多孔質シートカソード部材、前記シートカソード部材に圧迫された有孔金属導体部材、前記シートカソード部材と導体部材の周辺縁部の周囲に位置する導電性金属枠を有する合体された枠付きガス拡散カソード、及び前記カソード枠に少なくとも部分的に圧迫されたケージ枠部材を有するセル容器内のアノードケージからなり、前記のアノードケージ及び合体された枠付きカソードが、圧縮力の解放により前記の非導電性セル容器から独立に取り外し可能かつ該非導電性セル容器に再挿入可能に構成されたものである。 The battery disclosed in Patent Document 1 includes a non-conductive cell container that is resistant to a cell electrolyte solution, a porous sheet cathode member, a perforated metal conductor member pressed against the sheet cathode member, and the sheet cathode member and conductor member A gas diffusion cathode with a combined frame having a conductive metal frame located around a peripheral edge of the anode, and an anode cage in a cell container having a cage frame member at least partially pressed against the cathode frame, The anode cage and the combined framed cathode are configured to be removable from the non-conductive cell container and re-inserted into the non-conductive cell container by releasing the compressive force.
日本国特開昭６３－２４５７０号公報Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 63-24570
　しかしながら、上記特許文献１に記載されているバッテリでは、正極、負極部分のメカニカルチャージ型チャージに伴うヒューマンエラーやユニットの故障に対処する対策がなされていないものである。 However, in the battery described in Patent Document 1, no measures are taken to cope with human errors and unit failures associated with mechanical charge type charging of the positive and negative electrodes.
　そこで、本発明はシステムの一部の異常を予め検知して故障等の発生を防止できる空気電池システムの提供を目的としている。 Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide an air battery system that can detect an abnormality in a part of the system in advance and prevent the occurrence of a failure or the like.
　上記課題を解決するための本発明は、一又は二以上の空気電池を有する空気電池カートリッジと、この空気電池カートリッジを着脱自在な本体とを有する空気電池システムにおいて、空気電池カートリッジに電解液若しくは水を注液したとき、本システムを作動させているとき、システム起動をしたとき又は空気電池カートリッジを装着したときに、本システムの一部に異常があるか否かを判定するシステム状態判定手段と、本システムの一部に異常があると判定したときには、上記装着されている空気電池カートリッジの使用を禁止するカートリッジ使用禁止手段とを設けたことを特徴としている。 The present invention for solving the above-described problems is directed to an air battery system having an air battery cartridge having one or more air batteries and a main body to which the air battery cartridge can be detachably attached. System state determination means for determining whether or not there is an abnormality in a part of the system when the liquid is injected, the system is operated, the system is started, or the air battery cartridge is installed. When it is determined that there is an abnormality in a part of this system, a cartridge use prohibiting means for prohibiting the use of the mounted air battery cartridge is provided.
　この構成においては、空気電池カートリッジに電解液若しくは水を注液したとき、本システムを作動させているとき、システム起動をしたとき又は空気電池カートリッジを装着したときに、本システムの一部に異常があるか否かを判定し、本システムの一部に異常があると判定したときには、上記装着されている空気電池カートリッジの使用を禁止する。 In this configuration, when an electrolyte or water is injected into the air battery cartridge, when this system is operated, when the system is started up, or when an air battery cartridge is installed, a part of the system malfunctions. When it is determined that there is an abnormality in a part of the system, the use of the mounted air battery cartridge is prohibited.
　本発明によれば、システムの一部の異常を予め検知して、故障等の発生を防止することができる。 According to the present invention, it is possible to detect an abnormality in a part of the system in advance and prevent occurrence of a failure or the like.
本発明の一実施形態に係る空気電池システムの概略構成を示すブロック図である。It is a block diagram showing a schematic structure of an air battery system concerning one embodiment of the present invention. 同上の空気電池システムの一部をなす本体の斜視図である。It is a perspective view of the main body which makes a part of air battery system same as the above. （Ａ）は、バスバーと空気電池カートリッジとの連結状態を示す斜視図、（Ｂ）は、バスバーに連結接続された空気電池カートリッジと空気の流通状態を示す斜視図である。(A) is a perspective view which shows the connection state of a bus-bar and an air battery cartridge, (B) is a perspective view which shows the distribution | circulation state of the air battery cartridge connected with a bus-bar, and air. 空気電池カートリッジに電解液若しくは水を注液したとき又は本システムを作動させているときのチェック動作を示すフローチャートである。It is a flowchart which shows the check operation | movement when inject | pouring electrolyte solution or water into an air battery cartridge, or operating this system. 空気電池カートリッジに電解液若しくは水を注液したとき又は本システムを作動させているときのチェック動作を示すフローチャートである。It is a flowchart which shows the check operation | movement when inject | pouring electrolyte solution or water into an air battery cartridge, or operating this system. システム起動又はカートリッジが装着されたときの初期チェック動作を示すフローチャートである。It is a flowchart which shows the initial stage check operation when a system starts or a cartridge is mounted. システム起動又はカートリッジが装着されたときの初期チェック動作を示すフローチャートである。It is a flowchart which shows the initial stage check operation when a system starts or a cartridge is mounted.
　以下に、本発明を実施するための形態について、図面を参照して説明する。
　まず、本発明の空気電池システムにおいて、空気電池カートリッジに電解液若しくは水を注液したとき又は本システムを作動させているときの実施形態について説明する。 EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION Below, the form for implementing this invention is demonstrated with reference to drawings.
First, in the air battery system of the present invention, an embodiment when an electrolyte or water is injected into an air battery cartridge or when this system is operated will be described.
＜電解液等の注液時又はシステム作動中に係る実施形態＞
　図１は、本発明の一実施形態に係る空気電池システムの概略構成を示すブロック図、図２は、その空気電池システムの一部をなす本体の斜視図である。また、図３（Ａ）は、バスバーと空気電池カートリッジとの連結状態を示す斜視図、（Ｂ）は、バスバーに連結接続された空気電池カートリッジと空気の流通状態を示す斜視図である。 <Embodiment related to injection of electrolyte solution or the like during system operation>
FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a schematic configuration of an air battery system according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a main body forming a part of the air battery system. 3A is a perspective view showing a connection state between the bus bar and the air battery cartridge, and FIG. 3B is a perspective view showing a state of air circulation with the air battery cartridge connected to the bus bar.
　本発明の一実施形態に係る空気電池システムＡは、電解液Ｗを貯留する電解液タンク５、カートリッジボックス（本体）Ｃ及びコントロールユニットＤを主要の構成としたものである。
　図中、「電解液Ｗ」はＫＯＨなどのアルカリやＮａＣｌなどの塩化物を主成分とした水溶液又は非水溶液である。 An air battery system A according to an embodiment of the present invention mainly includes an electrolyte solution tank 5 that stores an electrolyte solution W, a cartridge box (main body) C, and a control unit D.
In the figure, “electrolytic solution W” is an aqueous solution or a non-aqueous solution containing an alkali such as KOH or a chloride such as NaCl as a main component.
　カートリッジボックス（本体）Ｃは、詳細を後述する空気電池カートリッジ（以下、単に「カートリッジ」という。）Ｂを着脱自在なバスバー５０を筐体１０内に配設されたものである。 The cartridge box (main body) C is provided with a bus bar 50 in which the air battery cartridge (hereinafter simply referred to as “cartridge”) B, the details of which will be described later, is detachable.
　カートリッジＢは、組電池とした複数の空気電池６０を有している。
　空気電池６０は、方形の枠体内に、液密通気膜、正極層、電解液層及び負極材（いずれも図示しない）を積層して構成されたものであり、互いに直列又は並列に接続されている。
　それらの空気電池６０は、これらの間に空気流路α（図３（Ｂ）参照）を区画形成するようにして互いに一定の間隔をおいて配列されている。また、バスバー５０にはこれらの空気電池６０と連結接続するためのカートリッジ装着部５１が配設されている。 The cartridge B has a plurality of air batteries 60 that are assembled batteries.
The air battery 60 is configured by laminating a liquid-tight gas permeable membrane, a positive electrode layer, an electrolytic solution layer, and a negative electrode material (all not shown) in a rectangular frame, and are connected in series or in parallel to each other. Yes.
The air cells 60 are arranged at a constant interval so as to define an air flow path α (see FIG. 3B) between them. The bus bar 50 is provided with a cartridge mounting portion 51 for connecting and connecting to the air battery 60.
　筐体１０は、長方形の底板１１の四辺縁に側板１２～１５を立設するとともに、それら側板１２～１５上に上板１６を配設した直方体形のものである。
　上板１６には、カートリッジＢを着脱するためのカートリッジ用着脱スロット（以下、単に「スロット」という。）１６ａ～１６ｃ（図２参照）が所要の間隔で設けられている。 The casing 10 has a rectangular parallelepiped shape in which side plates 12 to 15 are erected on the four edges of a rectangular bottom plate 11 and an upper plate 16 is disposed on the side plates 12 to 15.
The upper plate 16 is provided with cartridge attaching / detaching slots (hereinafter simply referred to as “slots”) 16a to 16c (see FIG. 2) for attaching / detaching the cartridge B at a required interval.
　上記筐体１０には、装着されているカートリッジＢをなす空気電池６０の温度を検知するための空気電池温度検知センサＳＮ９と、それら各空気電池６０から漏出した電解液を検知するための漏液検知センサＳＮ１１とが配設されており、それらは、コントロールユニットＤの入力側に接続されている。
　なお、漏液箇所が複数予想される場合は、漏液検知センサＳＮ１１を適宜複数設けてもよい。 The casing 10 includes an air battery temperature detection sensor SN9 for detecting the temperature of the air battery 60 constituting the cartridge B mounted thereon, and a liquid leakage for detecting the electrolyte leaked from each air battery 60. The detection sensor SN11 is arranged, and they are connected to the input side of the control unit D.
In addition, when multiple leak locations are anticipated, multiple leak detection sensors SN11 may be provided as appropriate.
　スロット１６ａ～１６ｃが設けられている上板１６の裏面側には、それぞれカートリッジＢをロックするためのロック機構Ｌが配設されている。
　ロック機構Ｌは、スロット１６ａ～１６ｃに挿入されたカートリッジＢを係止するためのロック部材９を有している。 Lock mechanisms L for locking the cartridge B are provided on the back side of the upper plate 16 where the slots 16a to 16c are provided.
The lock mechanism L has a lock member 9 for locking the cartridge B inserted into the slots 16a to 16c.
　ロック部材９は、図１において、カートリッジＢの挿入を許容するアンロック位置（ア）と、挿入されたカートリッジＢを係止してロックするロック位置（イ）との間で揺動自在に支持されている。
　上記したロック機構Ｌには、アンロック位置（ア）又はロック位置（イ）に移動している各ロック部材９を検知するためのロック検知センサＳＮ１が設けられており、それら各ロック検知センサＳＮ１は、コントロールユニットＤの入力側に接続されている。
　ロック部材９は、外形状及び方向が一致するカートリッジＢのみを挿入可能に形成されている。 In FIG. 1, the lock member 9 is swingably supported between an unlock position (A) that allows the insertion of the cartridge B and a lock position (A) that locks the inserted cartridge B by locking. Has been.
The lock mechanism L described above is provided with a lock detection sensor SN1 for detecting each lock member 9 moving to the unlock position (A) or the lock position (A), and each of these lock detection sensors SN1. Are connected to the input side of the control unit D.
The lock member 9 is formed so that only the cartridge B having the same outer shape and direction can be inserted.
　筐体１０の側板１２には、これの側板１５寄りに、空気を筐体１０内に導入するための導入口１２ａが配設されているとともに、その導入口１２ａには、空気流路の一部をなす空気供給パイプ２０が接続されている。 The side plate 12 of the housing 10 is provided with an introduction port 12a for introducing air into the housing 10 near the side plate 15, and the introduction port 12a has a single air flow path. The air supply pipe 20 which forms a part is connected.
　また、筐体１０の側板１４であって側板１３寄りには、筐体１０内を流通した空気を排出するための排出口１４ａが配設されているとともに、その排出口１４ａには、空気流路の一部をなす空気排出パイプ３０が接続されている。 Further, a discharge port 14a for discharging the air circulated in the housing 10 is disposed on the side plate 14 of the housing 10 near the side plate 13, and an air flow is provided in the discharge port 14a. An air discharge pipe 30 forming a part of the path is connected.
　空気供給パイプ２０には、空気の供給方向上流側から下流側にかけて、塵等を除去するためのフィルタ２１、空気を圧送するためのブロワー２２、空気流路温度検知センサＳＮ２、空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ３、開閉バルブ２３及び空気流路漏気検知センサＳＮ４が順次配設されている。 The air supply pipe 20 includes a filter 21 for removing dust and the like from the upstream side to the downstream side in the air supply direction, a blower 22 for pumping air, an air flow path temperature detection sensor SN2, and an air flow path pressure detection. The sensor SN3, the opening / closing valve 23, and the air flow path leakage detection sensor SN4 are sequentially arranged.
　「空気流路温度検知センサＳＮ２」は、空気供給パイプ２０を流通する空気の温度を検知するためのものである。
　「空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ３」は、空気供給パイプ２０の圧力を検知するためのものである。
　「空気流路漏気検知センサＳＮ４」は、空気供給パイプ２０を流通する空気の漏出を検知するためのものである。 The “air passage temperature detection sensor SN2” is for detecting the temperature of the air flowing through the air supply pipe 20.
The “air channel pressure detection sensor SN3” is for detecting the pressure of the air supply pipe 20.
The “air channel leakage detection sensor SN4” is for detecting leakage of air flowing through the air supply pipe 20.
　本実施形態において示すブロワー２２は、カートリッジＢの内部圧力を変動させるための圧送装置である。
　空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ３は、カートリッジＢの内部圧力の変動を検知するためのものである。 The blower 22 shown in the present embodiment is a pressure feeding device for changing the internal pressure of the cartridge B.
The air flow path pressure detection sensor SN3 is for detecting fluctuations in the internal pressure of the cartridge B.
　ブロワー２２と開閉バルブ２３とは、コントロールユニットＤの出力側に接続されて適宜駆動されるようになっているとともに、空気流路温度検知センサＳＮ２、空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ３及び空気流路漏気検知センサＳＮ４はその入力側に接続され、検知した温度データ、圧力データ、漏気の有無がコントロールユニットＤに入力されるようになっている。 The blower 22 and the opening / closing valve 23 are connected to the output side of the control unit D and are appropriately driven, and the air passage temperature detection sensor SN2, the air passage pressure detection sensor SN3, and the air passage leakage. The air detection sensor SN4 is connected to the input side, and the detected temperature data, pressure data, and presence / absence of air leakage are input to the control unit D.
　一方、空気排出パイプ３０には、空気の排出方向上流側から下流側にかけて、空気流路漏気検知センサＳＮ５、空気流路温度検知センサＳＮ６、空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ７、開閉バルブ３１、水素ガス検知センサＳＮ１０が順次配設されている。 On the other hand, in the air discharge pipe 30, from the upstream side to the downstream side in the air discharge direction, the air flow path leak detection sensor SN5, the air flow path temperature detection sensor SN6, the air flow path pressure detection sensor SN7, the open / close valve 31, hydrogen The gas detection sensor SN10 is sequentially arranged.
　「空気流路漏気検知センサＳＮ５」は、空気排出パイプ３０を流通する空気の漏出を検知するための異常検知センサである。
　「空気流路温度検知センサＳＮ６」は、空気排出パイプ３０を流通する空気の温度を検知するための異常検知センサである。
　「空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ７」は、空気排出パイプ３０を流通する空気の圧力を検知するための異常検知センサである。
　「水素ガス検知センサＳＮ１０」は、空気排出パイプ３０を流通する空気に含まれる水素ガスを検知するための異常検知センサである。 “Air channel leakage detection sensor SN5” is an abnormality detection sensor for detecting leakage of air flowing through the air discharge pipe 30.
“Air channel temperature detection sensor SN6” is an abnormality detection sensor for detecting the temperature of the air flowing through the air discharge pipe 30.
The “air flow path pressure detection sensor SN7” is an abnormality detection sensor for detecting the pressure of the air flowing through the air discharge pipe 30.
“Hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10” is an abnormality detection sensor for detecting hydrogen gas contained in the air flowing through the air discharge pipe 30.
　開閉バルブ３１はコントロールユニットＤの出力側に接続されて適宜開閉駆動されるようになっているとともに、空気流路漏気検知センサＳＮ５、空気流路温度検知センサＳＮ６、空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ７及び水素ガス検知センサＳＮ１０はその入力側に接続されている。 The opening / closing valve 31 is connected to the output side of the control unit D and is appropriately opened / closed, and the air passage leakage sensor SN5, air passage temperature detection sensor SN6, air passage pressure detection sensor SN7. And hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 is connected to the input side.
　上記した空気供給パイプ２０と空気排出パイプ３０には、空気供給パイプ２０の開閉バルブ２３の上流側の位置と、空気排出パイプ３０の開閉バルブ３１の下流側の位置との間に両端部を連結した迂回用パイプ４０が連結されており、その迂回用パイプ４０には開閉バルブ４１が配設されている。
　開閉バルブ４１は、上記したものと同様にコントロールユニットＤの出力側に接続されて適宜開閉駆動されるようになっている。 Both ends of the air supply pipe 20 and the air discharge pipe 30 are connected between a position on the upstream side of the opening / closing valve 23 of the air supply pipe 20 and a position on the downstream side of the opening / closing valve 31 of the air discharge pipe 30. The detour pipe 40 is connected, and an open / close valve 41 is disposed in the detour pipe 40.
The open / close valve 41 is connected to the output side of the control unit D and is appropriately opened and closed as described above.
　バスバー５０は、これに装着接続されたカートリッジＢからの電力を外部に取り出すためのものであり、基板５３の装着面に、三つのカートリッジＢをそれぞれ着脱自在に電気的に接続するための三つのカートリッジ装着部５１を突設してある。
　このバスバー５０は、図１，３に示すように、筐体１０の底板１１上に配設固定されている。なお、符号５２は三基のカートリッジＢを仕切るための仕切部材である。 The bus bar 50 is for taking out the electric power from the cartridge B attached and connected to the outside. The bus bar 50 has three parts for electrically connecting the three cartridges B to the attachment surface of the substrate 53 in a detachable manner. A cartridge mounting portion 51 is protruded.
As shown in FIGS. 1 and 3, the bus bar 50 is disposed and fixed on the bottom plate 11 of the housing 10. Reference numeral 52 denotes a partition member for partitioning the three cartridges B.
　また、上記した導入口１２ａと排出口１４ａを上記したように偏移させて配設していることにより、導入口１２ａから筐体１０内に流入した空気は、バスバー５０に載置接続されているカートリッジＢをなす各空気電池６０に接触した後、排出口１４ａから排出される。 Further, since the introduction port 12a and the discharge port 14a are shifted as described above, the air flowing into the housing 10 from the introduction port 12a is placed and connected to the bus bar 50. After contacting each air battery 60 constituting the cartridge B, the cartridge B is discharged from the discharge port 14a.
　ところで、上記した電解液タンク５とバスバー５０に接続された各カートリッジＢとの間には、その電解液タンク５に貯留されている電解液Ｗをそれら各カートリッジＢに送給するための電解液送給パイプ６が連結されているとともに、その電解液送給パイプ６には、開閉バルブ７と電解液圧力検知センサＳＮ８と送液ポンプ８０とが配設されている。 By the way, between the above-described electrolytic solution tank 5 and each cartridge B connected to the bus bar 50, an electrolytic solution for supplying the electrolytic solution W stored in the electrolytic solution tank 5 to each cartridge B. The feed pipe 6 is connected, and the electrolyte feed pipe 6 is provided with an opening / closing valve 7, an electrolyte pressure detection sensor SN8, and a feed pump 80.
　電解液圧力検知センサＳＮ８は、電解液送給パイプ６を流通する電解液Ｗの圧力を検知するものであり、コントロールユニットＤの入力側に接続され、また、開閉バルブ７は、その出力側に接続されて適宜開閉駆動されるようになっている。
　また、空気電池６０には、電解液タンク５側からの電解液送給パイプ６とともに、電池外部に設けられたドレインタンク８１へのドレインパイプ８２が連結されている。このドレインパイプ８２は、開閉バルブ８３を介して、空気電池６０内の電解液を移送することができる。 The electrolyte pressure detection sensor SN8 detects the pressure of the electrolyte W flowing through the electrolyte supply pipe 6, is connected to the input side of the control unit D, and the open / close valve 7 is connected to the output side thereof. It is connected and appropriately opened and closed.
The air battery 60 is connected to a drain pipe 82 to a drain tank 81 provided outside the battery, together with the electrolyte supply pipe 6 from the electrolyte tank 5 side. The drain pipe 82 can transfer the electrolytic solution in the air battery 60 through the open / close valve 83.
　電解液の外部への移送は、電解液タンク５の送液ポンプ８０を逆転駆動させるか、ドレインタンク８１への開閉バルブ８３を開放するかのいずれかによって行うことが可能である。
　なお、送液ポンプ８０と開閉バルブ８３は、コントロールユニットＤの出力側に接続されており、適宜回転駆動又は開閉駆動がされるようになっている。 The electrolytic solution can be transferred to the outside by either driving the liquid feed pump 80 of the electrolytic solution tank 5 in the reverse direction or opening the opening / closing valve 83 to the drain tank 81.
The liquid feed pump 80 and the opening / closing valve 83 are connected to the output side of the control unit D, and are appropriately rotated or opened / closed.
　上記したバスバー５０には、出力電流を測定するための電流計７０、出力電圧を測定するための電圧計７１、接続部７２、昇圧を行なわせるためのＤＣ‐ＤＣコンバータ７３、接続部７４、リチウムイオン電池７５及びモータ７６が接続されている。 The bus bar 50 includes an ammeter 70 for measuring an output current, a voltmeter 71 for measuring an output voltage, a connection unit 72, a DC-DC converter 73 for boosting, a connection unit 74, a lithium An ion battery 75 and a motor 76 are connected.
　図１，３に示すように、各カートリッジＢは筐体１０の底板１１上に配設されているとともに、記憶素子であるＩＣチップ８が配設されている。
　ＩＣチップ８には、各カートリッジＢに関わる関連情報、放電関連情報等が記憶されている。
　「関連情報」としては、カートリッジＢの製造番号、定格容量、定格出力、定格電解液量、ＩＤ等がある。
　「放電関連情報」としては、カートリッジＢの装着日、注液開始日時、放電開始日時、放電終了日時、放電電気量、放電時の以上の有無等がある。 As shown in FIGS. 1 and 3, each cartridge B is disposed on the bottom plate 11 of the housing 10, and an IC chip 8 that is a storage element is disposed.
The IC chip 8 stores related information related to each cartridge B, discharge related information, and the like.
“Related information” includes the manufacturing number, rated capacity, rated output, rated electrolyte amount, ID, and the like of the cartridge B.
“Discharge related information” includes the mounting date of the cartridge B, the injection start date and time, the discharge start date and time, the discharge end date and time, the amount of discharge electricity, the presence / absence of the discharge, and the like.
　ところで、コントロールユニットＤは、ＣＰＵ（Central Processing Unit）やインターフェース回路等からなるものであり、所要のプログラムの実行により、次の各機能を発揮する。
（１）カートリッジＢに電解液若しくは水を注液したとき又は本システムを作動させているときに、本システムの一部に異常があるか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「システム状態判定手段Ｄ１という。 By the way, the control unit D is composed of a CPU (Central Processing Unit), an interface circuit, and the like, and exhibits the following functions by executing a required program.
(1) A function for determining whether or not there is an abnormality in a part of the system when an electrolytic solution or water is injected into the cartridge B or when the system is operated. This function is referred to as “system state determination means D1”.
　このシステム状態判定手段Ｄ１は、上記したいずれかの異常検知センサで検知する検知量の変化に基づいて、本システムの各部における異常の有無を判定する。
　「異常検知センサ」は、上記したロック検知センサＳＮ１、空気流路温度検知センサＳＮ２、空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ３、供給側の空気流路漏気検知センサＳＮ４、排出側の漏気検知センサＳＮ５、空気流路温度検知センサＳＮ６、空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ７、電解液流路圧力検知センサＳＮ８、空気電池温度検知センサＳＮ９、水素ガス検知センサＳＮ１０及び漏液検知センサＳＮ１１である。
　本実施形態における「システムの一部」は、カートリッジＢ、空気供給パイプ（空気流路）２０、電解液供給パイプ（電解液流路）６及び電気系統を含むものである。 This system state determination means D1 determines the presence / absence of an abnormality in each part of the system based on the change in the detection amount detected by any one of the abnormality detection sensors described above.
The “abnormality detection sensor” includes the lock detection sensor SN1, the air flow path temperature detection sensor SN2, the air flow path pressure detection sensor SN3, the supply side air flow path leakage detection sensor SN4, and the discharge side leakage detection sensor SN5. , Air flow path temperature detection sensor SN6, air flow path pressure detection sensor SN7, electrolyte flow path pressure detection sensor SN8, air battery temperature detection sensor SN9, hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 and liquid leakage detection sensor SN11.
The “part of the system” in the present embodiment includes the cartridge B, the air supply pipe (air flow path) 20, the electrolyte supply pipe (electrolyte flow path) 6, and the electrical system.
・「システムの一部」がカートリッジＢの場合には、そのカートリッジＢの装着位置を判定する。
　このカートリッジＢの装着位置の判定は、上記したロック検知センサＳＮ１によって、ロック位置（イ）に位置しているロック部材９を検知することにより行う。 When “part of the system” is the cartridge B, the mounting position of the cartridge B is determined.
The mounting position of the cartridge B is determined by detecting the lock member 9 located at the lock position (A) by the lock detection sensor SN1 described above.
・「システムの一部」が空気流路の場合には、この空気流路をなす空気送給パイプ２０及び空気排出パイプ３０における漏気の有無を判定する。この判定は、空気送給パイプ２０と空気排出パイプ３０に配設した空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ３，ＳＮ７による圧力変動の検知結果に基づいて行なう。
　この場合、ブロワー２２を駆動して加圧するとともに、空気送給パイプ２０に配設した開閉バルブ２３を閉じる。
　また、空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ３，ＳＮ７によって検知した圧送時における圧力変動に基づいて、カートリッジＢと空気送給パイプ２０及び空気排出パイプ３０との接続の良否を判定する。
　上記したシステム状態判定手段Ｄ１は、本システムの一部に異常があるか否かの判定を所定の時間間隔で繰り返し行なう。 When “part of the system” is an air flow path, it is determined whether or not there is leakage in the air supply pipe 20 and the air discharge pipe 30 that form the air flow path. This determination is performed based on the detection result of pressure fluctuations by the air flow path pressure detection sensors SN3 and SN7 disposed in the air supply pipe 20 and the air discharge pipe 30.
In this case, the blower 22 is driven and pressurized, and the open / close valve 23 provided in the air supply pipe 20 is closed.
Further, whether or not the cartridge B is connected to the air supply pipe 20 and the air discharge pipe 30 is determined based on the pressure fluctuation at the time of pressure detection detected by the air flow path pressure detection sensors SN3 and SN7.
The system state determination means D1 described above repeatedly determines whether there is an abnormality in a part of the system at predetermined time intervals.
・「システムの一部」が電解液流路の場合には、この電解液流路における異常の有無を判定する。
　この判定は、電解液送給パイプ６に配設した電解液流路圧力センサＳＮ８による圧力変動の検知結果に基づいて行なう。 If “part of system” is an electrolyte flow path, it is determined whether there is an abnormality in the electrolyte flow path.
This determination is made based on the detection result of the pressure fluctuation by the electrolyte flow path pressure sensor SN8 disposed in the electrolyte supply pipe 6.
・「システムの一部」が電気系統の場合には、電気系統における異常の有無を判定する。
　電気系統は、例えばバスバー５０とカートリッジＢとの電気的な接続であり、電気系統における異常の有無を静電容量の変化によって判定する。 ・ If “part of system” is an electrical system, determine whether there is an abnormality in the electrical system.
The electrical system is, for example, an electrical connection between the bus bar 50 and the cartridge B, and the presence / absence of an abnormality in the electrical system is determined by a change in capacitance.
（２）本システムの一部に異常があると判定したときには、上記装着されているカートリッジＢの使用を禁止ないしは中止させる機能。この機能を「カートリッジ使用中止手段Ｄ２」という。
　カートリッジＢの使用を中止するには、ブロワー２２の駆動を停止するとともに、開閉弁２３，３１を閉駆動する。 (2) A function for prohibiting or stopping the use of the cartridge B mounted when it is determined that a part of the system is abnormal. This function is referred to as “cartridge use stopping means D2.”
To stop using the cartridge B, the drive of the blower 22 is stopped and the on-off valves 23 and 31 are closed.
（３）水素ガス検知センサＳＮ１０によって検知した水素ガス濃度が所定の設定値以上になったか否かを判定するための機能。この機能を「水素ガス濃度判定手段Ｄ３」という。
（４）水素ガス濃度が所定の設定値以上になったと判定したときには、その水素ガス濃度が低下するまで圧送装置（ブロワー２２）によって空気をカートリッジＢに圧送する機能。この機能を「空気送給手段Ｄ４」という。
　また、水素ガス濃度判定手段Ｄ３によって水素ガス濃度が所定の設定値未満になったと判定したとき、空気送給手段Ｄ４は、圧送装置（ブロワー２２）による空気の圧送を停止するようにしている。 (3) A function for determining whether or not the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 has reached or exceeded a predetermined set value. This function is referred to as “hydrogen gas concentration determination means D3”.
(4) A function of pumping air to the cartridge B by the pumping device (blower 22) until it is determined that the hydrogen gas concentration has reached or exceeded a predetermined set value. This function is referred to as “air feeding means D4”.
Further, when the hydrogen gas concentration determination means D3 determines that the hydrogen gas concentration has become less than a predetermined set value, the air supply means D4 stops the air pressure feeding by the pressure feeding device (blower 22).
（５）カートリッジＢをなす空気電池６０を放電させるための機能。この機能を「放電手段Ｄ５」という。
　上記した水素ガス濃度判定手段Ｄ３により、水素ガス検知センサＳＮ１０によって検知した水素ガス濃度が設定値以上になったと判定したとき、放電手段Ｄ５によって放電を継続させる。
　また、下記の端子接続判定手段Ｄ１３により、電流検知端子、電圧検知端子又はそれら双方の電気的な接続が不良であると判定したときには、その空気電池カートリッジＢの放電を中止する。 (5) A function for discharging the air battery 60 forming the cartridge B. This function is referred to as “discharge means D5”.
When it is determined by the hydrogen gas concentration determination means D3 that the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 has reached or exceeded the set value, the discharge is continued by the discharge means D5.
Further, when the following terminal connection determination means D13 determines that the electrical connection of the current detection terminal, the voltage detection terminal, or both is defective, the discharge of the air battery cartridge B is stopped.
（６）カートリッジＢをなす空気電池６０の電解液を外部に移送するための機能。この機能を「電解液移送手段Ｄ６」という。
　上記した水素ガス濃度判定手段Ｄ３により、水素ガス検知センサＳＮ１０によって検知した水素ガス濃度が設定値以上になったと判定したとき、「電解液移送手段Ｄ６」によって電解液を電解液タンク５又はドレインタンク８１に移送する。 (6) A function for transferring the electrolyte of the air battery 60 forming the cartridge B to the outside. This function is referred to as “electrolyte transfer means D6”.
When it is determined by the hydrogen gas concentration determination means D3 that the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 is equal to or higher than the set value, the electrolyte solution is supplied to the electrolyte tank 5 or the drain tank by the “electrolyte transfer means D6”. Transfer to 81.
（７）漏液検知センサＳＮ１１によって漏液を検知したか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「漏液判定手段Ｄ７」という。
　この漏液判定手段Ｄ７によって漏液を検知したと判定したとき、カートリッジ使用中止手段Ｄ２は、その漏液している空気電池６０の動作を停止させる。 (7) A function of determining whether or not a leak has been detected by the leak detection sensor SN11. This function is referred to as “leak determination unit D7”.
When it is determined that the leakage has been detected by the leakage determination unit D7, the cartridge use stopping unit D2 stops the operation of the leaking air battery 60.
（８）カートリッジＢに電解液又は水の注液を行なわせる機能。この機能を「注液手段Ｄ８」という。
　下記の第一の温度判定手段Ｄ９によって、当該温度が所定の設定値以上になったと判定したときには電解液又は水の注液を停止するようにしている。
　空気電池カートリッジＢへの電解液若しくは水の注液又はその停止は、開閉バルブ７を開閉駆動することにより行なう。 (8) A function of causing the cartridge B to inject an electrolytic solution or water. This function is referred to as “liquid injection means D8”.
When it is determined by the following first temperature determination means D9 that the temperature has become equal to or higher than a predetermined set value, the injection of the electrolytic solution or water is stopped.
Injecting or stopping the electrolytic solution or water into the air battery cartridge B is performed by opening and closing the open / close valve 7.
（９）空気電池温度検知センサＳＮ９によって検知した温度が所定の設定値以上になったか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「第一の温度判定手段Ｄ９」という。 (9) A function of determining whether or not the temperature detected by the air battery temperature detection sensor SN9 is equal to or higher than a predetermined set value. This function is referred to as “first temperature determination means D9”.
（１０）空気電池温度検知センサＳＮ９によって検知した温度が所定の設定値未満になったか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「第二の温度判定手段Ｄ１０」という。
　この第二の温度判定手段Ｄ１０によって、当該温度が所定の設定値未満になったと判定したとき、注液手段Ｄ８は電解液又は水の注液を再開する。すなわち、開閉バルブ７を開駆動する。 (10) A function of determining whether or not the temperature detected by the air battery temperature detection sensor SN9 is less than a predetermined set value. This function is referred to as “second temperature determination means D10”.
When it is determined by the second temperature determination means D10 that the temperature has become lower than a predetermined set value, the liquid injection means D8 resumes the injection of the electrolytic solution or water. That is, the opening / closing valve 7 is driven to open.
（１１）空気電池温度検知センサＳＮ９によって、放電中の電池の検知した温度が所定の設定値以上になったか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「第三の温度判定手段Ｄ１１」という。
　この第三の温度判定手段Ｄ１１によって、当該温度が所定の設定値以上になったと判定したとき、電解液移送手段Ｄ６により電解液を電池外部に移送する。 (11) A function of determining whether or not the temperature detected by the battery being discharged has become equal to or higher than a predetermined set value by the air battery temperature detection sensor SN9. This function is referred to as “third temperature determination means D11”.
When it is determined by the third temperature determination means D11 that the temperature has become equal to or higher than a predetermined set value, the electrolyte solution is transferred outside the battery by the electrolyte transfer means D6.
（１２）空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ３，ＳＮ７で検知した圧力が所定値以上になったか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「空気流路圧力判定手段Ｄ１２」という。
　この空気流路圧力判定手段Ｄ１２により、空気流路圧力検知センサＳＮ３，ＳＮ７で検知した圧力が所定値以上になったと判定したときには、カートリッジ使用中止手段Ｄ２は、空気電池カートリッジＢを放電させて使用を中止させる。 (12) A function of determining whether or not the pressure detected by the air flow path pressure detection sensors SN3 and SN7 has become a predetermined value or more. This function is referred to as “air channel pressure determination means D12”.
When it is determined by the air flow path pressure determination means D12 that the pressure detected by the air flow path pressure detection sensors SN3 and SN7 has become a predetermined value or more, the cartridge use stop means D2 discharges the air battery cartridge B and uses it. To cancel.
（１３）カートリッジボックス（本体）Ｃのカートリッジ装着部５１に、カートリッジＢとの電流検知端子及び電圧検知端子（いずれも図示しない）が配設されており、それら少なくともいずれかの端子の電気的な接続の良否を判定する機能。この機能を「端子接続判定手段Ｄ１３」という。 (13) The cartridge mounting portion 51 of the cartridge box (main body) C is provided with a current detection terminal and a voltage detection terminal (both not shown) with respect to the cartridge B. A function to determine whether a connection is good or bad. This function is referred to as “terminal connection determining means D13”.
　端子接続判定手段Ｄ１３は、各端子間の抵抗値に基づいて、電気的な接続の良否を判定している。
　この端子接続判定手段Ｄ１３により、いずれかの端子の電気的な接続が不良であると判定したときには、放電手段Ｄ５は、そのカートリッジＢの放電を中止する。 The terminal connection determining means D13 determines the quality of the electrical connection based on the resistance value between the terminals.
When the terminal connection determining means D13 determines that the electrical connection of any of the terminals is defective, the discharging means D5 stops discharging the cartridge B.
（１４）空気電池６０の出力電圧が、所定の電圧値未満になったか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「出力電圧判定手段Ｄ１４」という。
　当該出力電圧が所定の電圧値未満になったと判定したときには、放電手段Ｄ５は、放電電流を減少させる。 (14) A function of determining whether or not the output voltage of the air battery 60 has become less than a predetermined voltage value. This function is referred to as “output voltage determination means D14”.
When it is determined that the output voltage has become less than the predetermined voltage value, the discharging means D5 decreases the discharge current.
（１５）空気電池６０の抵抗値が任意の基準値以上であるか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「抵抗値算出手段Ｄ１５」という。
　空気電池６０の抵抗値が任意の基準値以上であると判定したとき、放電手段Ｄ５は、放電電流を減少させる。 (15) A function of determining whether or not the resistance value of the air battery 60 is equal to or greater than an arbitrary reference value. This function is referred to as “resistance value calculating means D15”.
When it is determined that the resistance value of the air battery 60 is equal to or greater than an arbitrary reference value, the discharging means D5 decreases the discharge current.
（１６）放電電流を減少させてから所定の設定時間が経過したか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「経過時間判定手段Ｄ１６」という。
（１７）所定の設定時間が経過したと判定したときに、所定の電圧，電流値に回復したか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「電圧，電流値回復判定手段Ｄ１７」という。
　この電圧，電流値回復判定手段Ｄ１７によって所定の電圧，電流値に回復しないと判定されたときには、その空気電池６０を有するカートリッジＢの動作を中止させる。 (16) A function for determining whether or not a predetermined set time has elapsed since the discharge current was reduced. This function is referred to as “elapsed time determination means D16”.
(17) A function of determining whether or not a predetermined voltage and current value have been restored when it is determined that a predetermined set time has elapsed. This function is referred to as “voltage / current value recovery determination means D17”.
When it is determined by the voltage / current value recovery determining means D17 that the voltage / current value is not recovered, the operation of the cartridge B having the air battery 60 is stopped.
（１８）電圧，電流値回復判定手段Ｄ１５により、所定の電圧，電流値に回復しないと判定されたときには、当該空気電池６０が異常である旨を記憶素子に記憶する機能。この機能を「記憶手段Ｄ１８」という。 (18) A function of storing in the storage element that the air battery 60 is abnormal when it is determined by the voltage / current value recovery determination means D15 that the voltage / current value recovery means D15 does not recover. This function is referred to as “storage means D18”.
（１９）積算放電電気量を算出する機能。この機能を「積算放電電気量算出手段Ｄ１９」という。
（２０）算出した積算放電電気量がカートリッジＢをなす空気電池６０の定格容量の所要の割合以上になったか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「積算放電電気量判定手段Ｄ２０」という。
　本実施形態に示す「所要の割合」は、８０パーセントである。 (19) A function of calculating the integrated discharge electricity quantity. This function is referred to as “integrated discharge electricity amount calculation means D19”.
(20) A function of determining whether or not the calculated integrated discharge electricity amount is equal to or greater than a required ratio of the rated capacity of the air battery 60 forming the cartridge B. This function is referred to as “integrated discharge electricity quantity determination means D20”.
The “required ratio” shown in the present embodiment is 80%.
　積算放電電気量判定手段Ｄ１９によって、積算放電電気量がカートリッジＢの定格容量の所要割合以上になっていないと判定されたときには、そのカートリッジＢの動作を停止させる。
　積算放電電気量判定手段Ｄ１９によって、積算放電電気量がカートリッジＢの定格容量の所要割合以上になっていないと判定されたときには、記憶手段Ｄ１６は、記憶素子に正常に放電終了した旨とともに、空気電池６０の放電中又は放電終了時に放電関連情報を記憶する。 When the integrated discharge electricity quantity determination means D19 determines that the integrated discharge electricity quantity does not exceed the required ratio of the rated capacity of the cartridge B, the operation of the cartridge B is stopped.
When the integrated discharge electricity quantity determination means D19 determines that the integrated discharge electricity quantity is not equal to or greater than the required ratio of the rated capacity of the cartridge B, the storage means D16 indicates that the discharge to the storage element has been normally completed and the air The discharge related information is stored during the discharge of the battery 60 or at the end of the discharge.
　次に、本空気電池システムの動作について、図４，５を参照して説明する。図４，５は、空気電池カートリッジに電解液若しくは水を注液したとき又は本システムを作動させているときのチェック動作を示すフローチャートである。 Next, the operation of the air battery system will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5 are flowcharts showing a check operation when an electrolyte or water is injected into the air battery cartridge or when the present system is operated.
　カートリッジＢに電解液若しくは水を注液したとき又は本システムを作動させているときにステップ１に進む。
　ステップ１：図４において「Ｓ１」と表記する。以下、ステップ２以下においても同様に表記する。水素ガス検知センサＳＮ１０によって検知した水素ガス濃度が設定値以上になったか否かを判定し、水素ガス濃度が設定値以上になっていると判定されればステップ３に進み、そうでなければステップ２に進む。 When the electrolytic solution or water is injected into the cartridge B or when the system is operated, the process proceeds to Step 1.
Step 1: Indicated in FIG. 4 as “S1”. Hereinafter, the same applies to step 2 and subsequent steps. It is determined whether or not the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor SN10 is equal to or higher than a set value. If it is determined that the hydrogen gas concentration is equal to or higher than the set value, the process proceeds to step 3, otherwise step is performed. Proceed to 2.
　ステップ２：漏液検知センサＳＮ１１により漏液が検知されたか否かを判定し、漏液が検知されればステップ５に進み、そうでなければステップ４に進む。
　ステップ３：水素ガス濃度が設定値以上になっていると判定されたので、空気の圧送と放電を継続して、水素ガス濃度を低下させる。 Step 2: It is determined whether or not a leak is detected by the leak detection sensor SN11. If a leak is detected, the process proceeds to Step 5; otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 4.
Step 3: Since it is determined that the hydrogen gas concentration is equal to or higher than the set value, the hydrogen gas concentration is decreased by continuing the air pumping and discharging.
　ステップ４：空気電池温度検知センサＳＮ９によって検知したカートリッジ（空気電池６０）Ｂの温度が所定の設定値以上になったか否かを判定し、当該温度が所定の設定値以上にならなかったと判定したときにはステップ７に進み、そうでなければステップ６に進む。 Step 4: It is determined whether or not the temperature of the cartridge (air battery 60) B detected by the air battery temperature detection sensor SN9 is equal to or higher than a predetermined set value, and it is determined that the temperature is not higher than the predetermined set value. Sometimes go to step 7, otherwise go to step 6.
　ステップ５：漏液を検知したと判定されたので、カートリッジＢの使用を停止する。
　ステップ６：カートリッジ（空気電池６０）Ｂの温度が所定の設定値以上になったと判定されたので、カートリッジＢの使用を一時停止する。
　ステップ７：空気流路２０，３０の圧力変動を判定し、当該圧力変動があると判定されればステップ１０に進み、圧力変動がなければステップ８に進む。 Step 5: Since it is determined that leakage has been detected, use of the cartridge B is stopped.
Step 6: Since it is determined that the temperature of the cartridge (air battery 60) B has become equal to or higher than a predetermined set value, the use of the cartridge B is temporarily stopped.
Step 7: The pressure fluctuation of the air flow paths 20 and 30 is determined. If it is determined that there is the pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 10, and if there is no pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 8.
　ステップ８：電解液送給パイプ６の圧力変動を測定し、当該圧力変動があればステップ１０に進み、圧力変動がなければステップ９に進む。 Step 8: The pressure fluctuation of the electrolyte supply pipe 6 is measured, and if there is the pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 10, and if there is no pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 9.
　ステップ９：電気系統における接続の良否を判定し、接続不良と判定されればステップ１１に進み、そうでなければステップ１０に進む。
　ステップ１０：空気流路２０，３０に漏気、電解液送給パイプ６に漏液又は電気系統における接続不良があると判定したので、カートリッジＢを放電させて終了する。 Step 9: Determine whether the connection in the electric system is good or not. If it is determined that the connection is poor, the process proceeds to Step 11; otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 10.
Step 10: Since it is determined that there is air leakage in the air flow paths 20 and 30 and liquid leakage in the electrolyte supply pipe 6 or poor connection in the electrical system, the cartridge B is discharged and the process ends.
　ステップ１１：各カートリッジＢをなす空気電池６０が異常終了又は放電終了しているかを判定し、当該空気電池６０が異常終了又は放電終了していると判定されればステップ１２に進み、そうでなければステップ１に進む。すなわち、本システムの一部に異常があるか否かを判定を所定の時間間隔で繰り返し行なう。 Step 11: It is determined whether the air battery 60 forming each cartridge B is abnormally terminated or discharged, and if it is determined that the air battery 60 is abnormally terminated or discharged, the process proceeds to Step 12; Go to step 1. That is, it is determined whether or not there is an abnormality in a part of this system at predetermined time intervals.
　以上の構成からなる空気電池システムによれば、次の効果を得ることができる。
・カートリッジＢの装着異常や空気や電解液等の漏出等を検知して、故障等を未然に防止することができる。
・空気供給パイプ２０や電解液供給パイプ３０の圧力の変動により、漏気，漏液の検知を安価に行なうことができる。
・ロック機構Ｌを介して、カートリッジＢの装着位置を判定することができる。
・電解液流路における漏液の有無を判定することにより、その電解液流路の異常を検知できる。
・電気系統における異常の有無の判定し、当該異常があると判定されれば、カートリッジの使用を中止しているので、故障の発生を未然に防止できる。 According to the air battery system having the above configuration, the following effects can be obtained.
-By detecting abnormal mounting of the cartridge B, leakage of air, electrolyte, or the like, failure or the like can be prevented in advance.
-Leakage and leakage can be detected at a low cost due to fluctuations in the pressure of the air supply pipe 20 and the electrolyte supply pipe 30.
The mounting position of the cartridge B can be determined via the lock mechanism L.
-Abnormality of the electrolyte flow path can be detected by determining the presence or absence of leakage in the electrolyte flow path.
-It is determined whether there is an abnormality in the electrical system, and if it is determined that there is an abnormality, the use of the cartridge is stopped, so that the occurrence of a failure can be prevented.
　以上、本発明の空気電池システムにおいて、空気電池カートリッジに電解液等を注液したとき又は本システムを作動させているときの実施形態を示したが、次に、システム起動をしたとき又は空気電池カートリッジを装着したときの実施形態について説明する。 As described above, in the air battery system of the present invention, the embodiment when the electrolyte solution or the like is injected into the air battery cartridge or when the system is operated has been described. An embodiment when a cartridge is mounted will be described.
＜システム起動時又はカートリッジ装着時に係る実施形態＞
　本実施形態の空気電池システムは、上記の実施形態の空気電池システムＡとほぼ同じ構成を有し、電解液Ｗを貯留する電解液タンク５、カートリッジボックス（本体）Ｃ及びコントロールユニットＤを主要の構成とするものである（図１～３参照）。
　但し、送液ポンプ８０、ドレインタンク８１、ドレインパイプ８２、開閉バルブ８３、空気電池温度検知センサＳＮ９及び漏液検知センサＳＮ１１などは必須の部材ではなく省略が可能である。 <Embodiment related to system startup or cartridge installation>
The air battery system of the present embodiment has substantially the same configuration as the air battery system A of the above-described embodiment, and includes an electrolyte solution tank 5 that stores the electrolyte solution W, a cartridge box (main body) C, and a control unit D. It is to be configured (see FIGS. 1 to 3).
However, the liquid feed pump 80, the drain tank 81, the drain pipe 82, the open / close valve 83, the air battery temperature detection sensor SN9, the liquid leakage detection sensor SN11, and the like are not essential members and can be omitted.
　上記実施形態のように、本実施形態においてもコントロールユニットＤは、ＣＰＵ（Central Processing Unit）やインターフェース回路等からなるものであり、所要のプログラムの実行により、次の各機能を発揮する。 As in the above embodiment, in this embodiment, the control unit D is composed of a CPU (Central Processing Unit), an interface circuit, and the like, and exhibits the following functions by executing necessary programs.
（１）システム起動をしたとき又はカートリッジＢを装着したときに、本システムの一部に異常があるか否か判定する機能。この機能を「システム状態判定手段ｄ１」という。
　本実施形態における「システムの一部」は、カートリッジＢ、空気供給パイプ（空気流路）２０、及び電解液流路６を含むものである。 (1) A function for determining whether or not there is an abnormality in a part of the system when the system is started or when the cartridge B is mounted. This function is referred to as “system state determination means d1”.
The “part of the system” in the present embodiment includes the cartridge B, the air supply pipe (air flow path) 20, and the electrolyte flow path 6.
・「システムの一部」がカートリッジＢの場合には、そのカートリッジＢの装着状態の正否を判定する。
　このカートリッジＢの装着状態の正否の判定は、上記したロック検知センサＳＮ１によって、ロック部材９の位置を検知することにより行なう。 When “part of the system” is the cartridge B, it is determined whether or not the cartridge B is mounted correctly.
Whether the cartridge B is mounted correctly or not is determined by detecting the position of the lock member 9 using the lock detection sensor SN1.
・「システムの一部」が空気流路の場合には、この空気流路をなす空気送給パイプ２０及び空気排出パイプ３０における漏気及び通気の有無を判定する。この判定は、空気送給パイプ２０と空気排出パイプ３０に配設した圧力センサＳＮ３、ＳＮ７による圧力変動の検知結果に基づいて行なう。
　この場合、ブロワー２２を駆動して加圧するとともに、空気流路２０に配設した弁２３を閉じる。 In the case where “part of the system” is an air flow path, it is determined whether there is any leakage or ventilation in the air supply pipe 20 and the air discharge pipe 30 that form the air flow path. This determination is performed based on the detection result of the pressure fluctuation by the pressure sensors SN3 and SN7 disposed in the air supply pipe 20 and the air discharge pipe 30.
In this case, the blower 22 is driven and pressurized, and the valve 23 disposed in the air flow path 20 is closed.
・「システムの一部」が電解液流路の場合には、この電解液流路における異常の有無を判定する。
　この判定は、電解液送給パイプ６に配設した圧力センサＳＮ８による圧力変動の検知結果に基づいて行なう。 If “part of system” is an electrolyte flow path, it is determined whether there is an abnormality in the electrolyte flow path.
This determination is made based on the detection result of the pressure fluctuation by the pressure sensor SN8 provided in the electrolyte supply pipe 6.
・「システムの一部」が電気系統の場合には、電気系統における異常の有無を判定する。
　電気系統は、例えばバスバー５０とカートリッジＢとの電気的な接続であり、電気系統における異常の有無を静電容量の変化によって判定する。 ・ If “part of system” is an electrical system, determine whether there is an abnormality in the electrical system.
The electrical system is, for example, an electrical connection between the bus bar 50 and the cartridge B, and the presence / absence of an abnormality in the electrical system is determined by a change in capacitance.
（２）記憶素子に記憶されているカートリッジに関わる関連情報を読み出す機能。この機能を「関連情報読出し手段ｄ２」という。
　関連情報は、カートリッジＢの製造番号、カートリッジＢの定格容量、定格出力、定格電解液量である。 (2) A function of reading related information relating to the cartridge stored in the storage element. This function is referred to as “related information reading means d2”.
The related information is the manufacturing number of the cartridge B, the rated capacity of the cartridge B, the rated output, and the rated electrolyte amount.
（３）関連情報読出し手段によるカートリッジＢに関わる関連情報の全ての読み出しが行なわれたか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「関連情報読出し判定手段ｄ３」という。
　当該関連情報の全ての読み出しが行なわれないと判定したとき、下記のカートリッジ使用禁止手段ｄ１４は、そのカートリッジＢの使用を禁止する。 (3) A function for determining whether or not all related information relating to the cartridge B has been read by the related information reading means. This function is referred to as “related information reading determination unit d3”.
When it is determined that all of the relevant information is not read, the cartridge use prohibiting means d14 described below prohibits the use of the cartridge B.
（４）カートリッジの定格電解液量又は水量が、予め設定された容量以下であるか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「液量判定手段ｄ４」という。
（５）定格電解液量又は水量が、予め設定された容量以下であると判定したときには、給液要求を報知する機能。この機能を「給液要求報知手段ｄ５」という。
　報知の態様としては、車内の警告ランプを点灯させるものや音声によるものを含む。 (4) A function of determining whether the rated electrolyte amount or water amount of the cartridge is equal to or less than a preset capacity. This function is referred to as “liquid amount determination means d4”.
(5) A function of notifying a liquid supply request when it is determined that the rated electrolyte amount or the water amount is equal to or less than a preset capacity. This function is referred to as “liquid supply request notifying unit d5”.
Examples of the notification include those that turn on warning lamps in the vehicle and those that use voice.
（６）定格容量が、本システムの許容範囲内のものか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「容量判定手段ｄ６」という。
　定格容量に基づいて、カートリッジＢの発電量を算出して、本システムの動作可能な時間を推定する機能。この機能を「動作時間推定手段」という。 (6) A function for determining whether the rated capacity is within the allowable range of the system. This function is referred to as “capacity determination means d6”.
A function that calculates the power generation amount of the cartridge B based on the rated capacity, and estimates the operable time of the system. This function is called “operation time estimation means”.
（７）定格出力が、本システムの許容範囲内のものか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「定格出力判定手段ｄ７」という。
（８）本システムの保持液量が定格電解液量以上であるか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「電解液量判定手段ｄ８」という。 (7) A function to determine whether the rated output is within the allowable range of this system. This function is referred to as “rated output determination means d7”.
(8) A function for determining whether or not the amount of the retentate in the system is greater than or equal to the rated electrolyte amount. This function is referred to as “electrolyte amount determination means d8”.
（９）本システムの保持液量が定格電解液量以上であると判定した場合には、液量が不足している旨を報知する機能。この機能を「液量不足報知手段ｄ９」という。
（１０）ＩＤ情報に基づいて、本システムにおいて動作可能なものであるか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「ＩＤ情報判定手段ｄ１０」という。 (9) A function for notifying that the amount of liquid is insufficient when it is determined that the amount of the retained liquid in the system is equal to or greater than the rated amount of electrolyte. This function is referred to as “liquid amount shortage notifying means d9”.
(10) A function for determining whether or not the system is operable based on the ID information. This function is referred to as “ID information determination unit d10”.
（１１）カートリッジＢの使用の有無を判定する機能。この機能を「使用判定手段ｄ１１」という。この判定は、カートリッジＢの放電状態を読み込むことによって行なう。
　「使用」の判定は、既使用か未使用かを判定する。 (11) A function for determining whether or not the cartridge B is used. This function is referred to as “use determination unit d11”. This determination is made by reading the discharge state of the cartridge B.
In the “use” determination, it is determined whether it is already used or unused.
（１２）カートリッジＢが既使用であると判定したときには、使用中のカートリッジＢか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「使用中判定手段ｄ１２」という。
　ここで、使用中の電池ではないと判定したときには、使用済み電池であることを意味している。 (12) A function of determining whether or not the cartridge B is in use when it is determined that the cartridge B is already used. This function is referred to as “in-use determination means d12”.
Here, when it is determined that the battery is not in use, it means that it is a used battery.
（１３）カートリッジＢの関連情報の一部の読み込みを失敗したか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「情報読込み判定手段ｄ１３」という。
　この判定により、カートリッジＢの電気的接続が不良であることを意味している。 (13) A function of determining whether or not reading of a part of the related information of the cartridge B has failed. This function is referred to as “information reading determination unit d13”.
This determination means that the electrical connection of the cartridge B is defective.
（１４）上記した本システムの一部に異常があると判定したときには、上記装着されているカートリッジＢの使用を禁止する機能。この機能を「カートリッジ使用禁止手段ｄ１４」という。
　「カートリッジＢの使用を禁止する」とは、そのカートリッジＢへの電解液又は水の注液を行なわせないことである。 (14) A function for prohibiting the use of the cartridge B mounted when it is determined that a part of the system is abnormal. This function is referred to as “cartridge use prohibition means d14”.
“Prohibiting the use of the cartridge B” means not injecting the electrolytic solution or water into the cartridge B.
（１５）カートリッジＢに電解液又は水の注液を行なう機能。この機能を注液手段ｄ１５」という。
　具体的には、開閉バルブ７を開駆動することより、電解液タンク５から電解液Ｗ又は水をカートリッジＢに注液させる。
　本実施形態においては、電解液タンク５に電解液Ｗを貯留しているが、カートリッジＢに電解質を配しているときには、「水」を貯留しておく。 (15) A function of injecting electrolytic solution or water into the cartridge B. This function is referred to as “liquid injection means d15”.
Specifically, the open / close valve 7 is driven to open, and the electrolytic solution W or water is injected from the electrolytic solution tank 5 into the cartridge B.
In the present embodiment, the electrolytic solution W is stored in the electrolytic solution tank 5, but “water” is stored when the electrolyte is arranged in the cartridge B.
（１６）カートリッジＢの使用の有無を判定する機能。この機能を「第一の使用判定手段ｄ１６」という。
　カートリッジＢの使用の有無の判定は、そのカートリッジＢの放電状態を読み込んでおき、その放電状態に基づいて判定を行なっている。 (16) A function for determining whether or not the cartridge B is used. This function is referred to as “first use determination means d16”.
Whether the cartridge B is used is determined by reading the discharge state of the cartridge B and making a determination based on the discharge state.
（１７）第一の使用判定手段ｄ１６によりカートリッジＢが使用済みであると判定されたときには、判定に係るカートリッジＢが、使用中のものであるか否かを判定する機能。この機能を「第二の使用判定手段ｄ１７」という。
　この第二の使用判定手段ｄ１７によってカートリッジＢが使用中のものではないと判定したとき、カートリッジ使用禁止手段ｄ１４は、そのカートリッジＢの使用を禁止するようにする。
　また、第二の使用判定手段ｄ１７が、判定に係るカートリッジＢが使用中のものであると判定したときには、注液手段ｄ１５は、判定に係るカートリッジＢに対する注液を行なわないようにする。 (17) A function for determining whether or not the cartridge B according to the determination is in use when the first use determination unit d16 determines that the cartridge B has been used. This function is referred to as “second use determination unit d17”.
When the second use determining means d17 determines that the cartridge B is not in use, the cartridge use prohibiting means d14 prohibits the use of the cartridge B.
Further, when the second use determination unit d17 determines that the cartridge B related to the determination is in use, the liquid injection unit d15 prevents the liquid injection to the cartridge B related to the determination.
　次に、本空気電池システムの動作について、図６，７を参照して説明する。図６，７は、システム起動又はカートリッジが装着されたときの初期チェック動作を示すフローチャートである。 Next, the operation of the air battery system will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7 are flowcharts showing an initial check operation when the system is started or when a cartridge is mounted.
　システム起動又はカートリッジＢが装着されると、ステップ１５に進む。
　ステップ１５：図６において「Ｓ１５」と表記する。以下、ステップ２０以下においても同様に表記する。本ステップにおいては、カートリッジＢの各種の固定を確認する。 When the system is activated or the cartridge B is mounted, the process proceeds to step 15.
Step 15: Indicated as “S15” in FIG. Hereinafter, the same applies to step 20 and subsequent steps. In this step, various fixings of the cartridge B are confirmed.
　ステップ２０：ブロワー２２を駆動して加圧（与圧）を開始するとともに、空気供給パイプ２０、空気排出パイプ３０に配設した開閉バルブ２３，３１を開駆動するとともに、バイパスバルブ４１を閉駆動する。 Step 20: Drive the blower 22 to start pressurization (pressurization), open and open the open / close valves 23 and 31 disposed in the air supply pipe 20 and the air discharge pipe 30, and close the bypass valve 41 To do.
　ステップ３０：圧力センサＳＮ３，ＳＮ７によって圧力変動を測定し、当該圧力変動が正常なカートリッジ装着時の圧力を上回ればステップ４０に進んで、空気流路を閉塞して、起動を中止する。また、圧力変動がなければステップ５０に進む。 Step 30: Pressure fluctuations are measured by the pressure sensors SN3 and SN7, and if the pressure fluctuation exceeds the pressure at the time of normal cartridge mounting, the process proceeds to Step 40, the air flow path is closed, and the activation is stopped. If there is no pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to step 50.
　ステップ５０：ブロワー２２を駆動して加圧するとともに、開閉バルブ３１を閉駆動し、その後、開閉バルブ２３を閉駆動する。
　ステップ６０：圧力センサＳＮ３によって空気流路の圧力変動を測定し、当該圧力変動があればステップ１２０に進み、圧力変動がなければステップ７０に進む。 Step 50: The blower 22 is driven and pressurized, and the opening / closing valve 31 is driven to close, and then the opening / closing valve 23 is driven to close.
Step 60: The pressure fluctuation of the air flow path is measured by the pressure sensor SN3. If there is the pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 120, and if there is no pressure fluctuation, the process proceeds to Step 70.
　ステップ７０：空気流路の弁を開駆動してステップ８０に進む。
　ステップ８０：ブロワで加圧し、電解液送給パイプ（電解液流路）６の開閉バルブ７を閉塞する。
　ステップ９０：圧力センサＳＮ８で圧力変化を判定し、圧力変化がなければステップ１００に進み、そうでなければステップ１１０に進み、電解液送給パイプ６に漏れがあるとして、起動を中止する。
　ステップ１００：電解液送給パイプ６の開閉バルブ７を開駆動して、ステップ１３０に進む。 Step 70: The valve of the air flow path is driven to open, and the process proceeds to Step 80.
Step 80: Pressurization is performed with a blower, and the open / close valve 7 of the electrolyte supply pipe (electrolyte flow path) 6 is closed.
Step 90: The pressure change is determined by the pressure sensor SN8. If there is no pressure change, the process proceeds to Step 100. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 110, and the startup is stopped because there is a leak in the electrolyte supply pipe 6.
Step 100: The opening / closing valve 7 of the electrolyte supply pipe 6 is driven to open, and the process proceeds to Step 130.
　ステップ１３０：空気電池６０の正負電極間の静電容量を測定する。
　ステップ１４０：静電容量が基準値範囲外であるか否かを判定し、基準値範囲外であると判定されればステップ１５０に進み、そうでなければステップ１６０に進む。 Step 130: Measure the capacitance between the positive and negative electrodes of the air battery 60.
Step 140: It is determined whether or not the capacitance is out of the reference value range. If it is determined that the capacitance is out of the reference value range, the process proceeds to Step 150. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 160.
　ステップ１５０：電気接続が不良であると判定し、カートリッジＢの使用を禁止する。
　ステップ１６０：カートリッジＢをロック機構Ｌによりロックする。
　ステップ１７０：ロック機構Ｌによるロック状態が基準値範囲外であるか否かを判定し、基準値範囲外であると判定されればステップ１８０に進み、そうでなければステップ１９０に進む。 Step 150: It is determined that the electrical connection is bad, and the use of the cartridge B is prohibited.
Step 160: The cartridge B is locked by the lock mechanism L.
Step 170: It is determined whether or not the lock state by the lock mechanism L is out of the reference value range. If it is determined that the lock state is out of the reference value range, the process proceeds to Step 180. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 190.
　ステップ１８０：ロック機構Ｌの接続が不良であると判断し、カートリッジＢの使用を禁止する。
　ステップ１９０：カートリッジＢの関連情報を読み込みを開始する。 Step 180: It is determined that the connection of the lock mechanism L is defective, and the use of the cartridge B is prohibited.
Step 190: Start reading the related information of the cartridge B.
　ステップ２００：カートリッジＢの定格容量を読み込む。
　ステップ２１０：カートリッジＢをなす空気電池６０の発電量の予想値を保持する。これにより、システム動作可能時間を予想し、航続距離を予想する。
　換言すると、定格容量が、本システムの許容範囲内のものか否かを判定する。 Step 200: Read the rated capacity of the cartridge B.
Step 210: Hold the predicted value of the power generation amount of the air battery 60 forming the cartridge B. As a result, the system operable time is predicted and the cruising distance is predicted.
In other words, it is determined whether the rated capacity is within an allowable range of the present system.
　ステップ２２０：本システムの許容容量の範囲内が否かを判定し、当該許容容量の範囲内であると判定されればステップ２３０に進み、そうでなければステップ２６０に進む。
　ステップ２３０：定格出力を読み込む。
　ステップ２４０：空気電池６０の放電電流の制御値を設定する。これにより、システムの用途を設定する。当該用途の設定は、例えば走行中の充電に使用する、駐車中に充電する等である。 Step 220: It is determined whether or not the system is within the allowable capacity range. If it is determined that the system is within the allowable capacity range, the process proceeds to Step 230. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 260.
Step 230: Read the rated output.
Step 240: A control value for the discharge current of the air battery 60 is set. This sets the usage of the system. The setting of the use is, for example, used for charging during traveling, charging during parking, or the like.
　ステップ２５０：空気電池６０の放電電流の制御値が、システムの許容出力の範囲内か否かを判定し、許容出力の範囲内でないと判定されればステップ２６０に進み、そうでなければステップ２７０に進む。 Step 250: It is determined whether or not the control value of the discharge current of the air battery 60 is within the allowable output range of the system. If it is determined that it is not within the allowable output range, the process proceeds to Step 260; Proceed to
　ステップ２６０：空気電池６０が不良であるとして、カートリッジＢの使用を禁止する。換言すると、起動を中止する。
　ステップ２７０：空気電池６０への電解液の注液量を読み込む。
　ステップ２８０：システムの保持液量が当該注液量以上か否かを判定し、保持液量が注液量以上であると判定したときにステップ３００に進み、そうではないと判定したときにステップ２９０に進む。 Step 260: The use of the cartridge B is prohibited because the air battery 60 is defective. In other words, the activation is stopped.
Step 270: The amount of electrolyte solution injected into the air battery 60 is read.
Step 280: It is determined whether or not the amount of the retentate in the system is equal to or greater than the amount of injection, and when it is determined that the amount of retentate is greater than or equal to the amount of injection, the process proceeds to Step 300; Proceed to 290.
　ステップ２９０：電解液の液量が不足していることを報知して、ステップ３００に進む。
　報知の態様は、車両の一部に設置したランプを点灯するものの他、音声で告知するものを含む。
　ステップ３００：装着されたカーリッジＢのＩＤを読み込む。 Step 290: Notifying that the amount of the electrolytic solution is insufficient, and proceeds to Step 300.
The notification mode includes notifying a lamp installed in a part of the vehicle but also notifying by voice.
Step 300: Read the ID of the mounted cartridge B.
　ステップ３１０：装着されたカートリッジ（空気電池）が、システムで動作可能な種類のものか否かを判定し、動作可能なものであると判定されればステップ３２０に進み、そうでなければステップ２６０に進む。 Step 310: It is determined whether the mounted cartridge (air battery) is of a type operable in the system. If it is determined that the cartridge is operable, the process proceeds to Step 320; Proceed to
　ステップ３２０：装着されたカートリッジ（空気電池）の放電状態を読み込む。
　ステップ３３０：放電状態によって、未使用のカートリッジ（空気電池）か否かを判定し、未使用であると判定されればステップ３７０に進み、そうでなければステップ３４０に進む。 Step 320: Read the discharge state of the mounted cartridge (air battery).
Step 330: It is determined whether or not the cartridge is an unused cartridge (air battery) according to the discharge state. If it is determined that the cartridge is not used, the process proceeds to Step 370. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 340.
　ステップ３４０：装着されたカートリッジ（空気電池）が使用中のものか否かを判定し、使用中のものであると判定されればステップ３６０に進み、そうでなければステップ３５０に進む。
　ステップ３５０：使用済みのカートリッジ（空気電池）であるとして、その使用を禁止する。
　ステップ３６０：装着されているカートリッジ（空気電池）に注液を行わない設定にする。 Step 340: It is determined whether or not the mounted cartridge (air battery) is in use. If it is determined that the cartridge is in use, the process proceeds to Step 360. Otherwise, the process proceeds to Step 350.
Step 350: Assuming that the cartridge is a used cartridge (air battery), its use is prohibited.
Step 360: A setting is made so as not to inject liquid into the mounted cartridge (air battery).
　ステップ３７０：装着されているカートリッジ（空気電池）の関連情報の読み込みに失敗したか否かを判定し、関連情報の読み込みに失敗したと判定したときにはステップ３８０に進み、そうでない場合にはステップ３９０に進む。 Step 370: It is determined whether or not reading of the related information of the mounted cartridge (air battery) has failed. If it is determined that reading of the related information has failed, the process proceeds to Step 380. Otherwise, Step 390 is performed. Proceed to
　ステップ３８０：カートリッジと接続部の接続が不良であるとして、使用済みのカートリッジ（空気電池）の使用を禁止する。
　ステップ３９０：複数のカートリッジが装着されていれば、それらを順次測定し、カートリッジ（空気電池）を使用可能として認識する。 Step 380: The use of the used cartridge (air battery) is prohibited because the connection between the cartridge and the connecting portion is defective.
Step 390: If a plurality of cartridges are mounted, they are sequentially measured to recognize that the cartridge (air battery) is usable.
　以上の構成からなる空気電池システムによれば、次の効果を得ることができる。
・空気電池カートリッジの装着異常や空気や電解液等の漏出等を予め検知して、故障等を未然に防止することができる。
・空気供給パイプや電解液供給パイプの圧力の変動により、漏気，通気，漏液の検知を安価に行なうことができる。
・ロック部材を、外形状及び方向が一致する空気電池カートリッジのみを挿入可能に形成したときには、別異の空気電池カートリッジの誤装着を防止できる。
・空気流路における漏気，通気の有無を判定することにより、その空気流路の異常を検知できる。
・電解液流路における漏液の有無を判定することにより、その電解液流路の異常を検知できる。
・電気系統における異常の有無を判定することにより、その電気系統の異常を検知できる。
・空気電池カートリッジに関わる関連情報を読み出すことにより、その空気電池カートリッジを識別することができる。
・空気電池カートリッジに関わる関連情報の全ての読み出しが行なわれたか否かを判定することにより、カートリッジ装着部の接触不良等を検知することができる。
・定格電解液量又は水量が、予め設定された容量以下であると判定して、給液要求を報知することにより、電池注液後に電解液量が不足することを防止できる。 According to the air battery system having the above configuration, the following effects can be obtained.
-It is possible to prevent a malfunction or the like by detecting in advance an abnormal mounting of an air battery cartridge or a leak of air or electrolyte.
・ Effects of air leakage, ventilation, and liquid leakage can be detected at low cost by fluctuations in the pressure of the air supply pipe and electrolyte supply pipe.
-When the lock member is formed so that only the air battery cartridge having the same outer shape and direction can be inserted, erroneous mounting of another air battery cartridge can be prevented.
-Abnormalities in the air flow path can be detected by determining the presence or absence of leakage or ventilation in the air flow path.
-Abnormality of the electrolyte flow path can be detected by determining the presence or absence of leakage in the electrolyte flow path.
-By determining the presence or absence of an abnormality in the electrical system, the abnormality of the electrical system can be detected.
-By reading the related information related to the air battery cartridge, the air battery cartridge can be identified.
By determining whether or not all the related information related to the air battery cartridge has been read, it is possible to detect a contact failure or the like of the cartridge mounting portion.
-It can prevent that the amount of electrolyte solution runs short after battery injection by determining that the amount of rated electrolyte solution or the amount of water is below the preset capacity | capacitance and alert | reporting a liquid supply request | requirement.
　以上詳細に説明したが、本発明は上述した実施形態に限るものではなく、次のような変形実施が可能である。
　ブロワー２２を圧送装置として例示したが、コンプレッサ、ファン、ポンプ等を採用することもできる。また、上記実施形態において説明した各構成は、それを任意に組み合わせることができる。 As described above in detail, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and the following modifications can be made.
Although the blower 22 is exemplified as the pressure feeding device, a compressor, a fan, a pump, or the like may be employed. Moreover, each structure demonstrated in the said embodiment can be combined arbitrarily.
　５　　　　　　電解液タンク
　６　　　　　　電解液送給パイプ（電解液流路）
　８　　　　　　記憶素子
　９　　　　　　ロック部材
２０　　　　　　空気供給パイプ（空気流路）
２２　　　　　　圧送装置（ブロワー）
３０　　　　　　空気排出パイプ（空気流路）
５１　　　　　　カートリッジ装着部
６０　　　　　　空気電池
８１　　　　　　ドレインタンク
　Ａ　　　　　　空気電池システム
　Ｂ　　　　　　空気電池カートリッジ（本システムの一部）
　Ｃ　　　　　　カートリッジボックス（本体）
　Ｄ１　　　　　システム状態判定手段
　Ｄ２　　　　　カートリッジ使用中止手段
　Ｄ３　　　　　水素ガス濃度判定手段
　Ｄ４　　　　　空気送給手段
　Ｄ５　　　　　放電手段
　Ｄ６　　　　　電解液移送手段
　Ｄ７　　　　　漏液判定手段
　Ｄ８　　　　　注液手段
　Ｄ９　　　　　第一の温度判定手段
　Ｄ１０　　　　第二の温度判定手段
　Ｄ１１　　　　第三の温度判定手段
　Ｄ１２　　　　空気流路圧力判定手段
　Ｄ１３　　　　端子接続判定手段
　Ｄ１４　　　　出力電圧判定手段
　Ｄ１５　　　　抵抗値判定手段
　Ｄ１６　　　　経過時間判定手段
　Ｄ１７　　　　電圧，電流値回復判定手段
　Ｄ１８　　　　記憶手段
　Ｄ１９　　　　積算放電電気量算出手段
　Ｄ２０　　　　積算放電電気量判定手段
　ｄ１　　　　　システム状態判定手段
　ｄ２　　　　　関連情報読出し手段
　ｄ３　　　　　関連情報読出し判定手段
　ｄ５　　　　　給液要求報知手段
　ｄ８　　　　　液量判定手段
　ｄ１４　　　　カートリッジ使用禁止手段
　ｄ１５　　　　注液手段
　ｄ１６　　　　第一の使用判定手段
　ｄ１７　　　　第二の使用判定手段
　Ｌ　　　　　　ロック機構
ＳＮ１　　　　　ロック検知センサ（異常検知センサ）
ＳＮ２　　　　　空気流路温度検知センサ（異常検知センサ）
ＳＮ３　　　　　空気流路圧力検知センサ（異常検知センサ）
ＳＮ４　　　　　漏気検知センサ（異常検知センサ）
ＳＮ５　　　　　漏気検知センサ（異常検知センサ）
ＳＮ６　　　　　温度検知センサ（異常検知センサ）
ＳＮ７　　　　　空気流路圧力検知センサ（異常検知センサ）
ＳＮ８　　　　　電解液流路圧力検知センサ（異常検知センサ）
ＳＮ９　　　　　空気電池温度検知センサ（異常検知センサ）
ＳＮ１０　　　　水素ガス検知センサ（異常検知センサ）
ＳＮ１１　　　　漏液検知センサ（異常検知センサ） 5 Electrolyte tank 6 Electrolyte supply pipe (electrolyte flow path)
8 Memory element 9 Lock member 20 Air supply pipe (air flow path)
22 Pumping device (blower)
30 Air discharge pipe (air flow path)
51 Cartridge mounting portion 60 Air battery 81 Drain tank A Air battery system B Air battery cartridge (part of this system)
C Cartridge box (main unit)
D1 System state judging means D2 Cartridge use stopping means D3 Hydrogen gas concentration judging means D4 Air feeding means D5 Discharge means D6 Electrolyte transfer means D7 Liquid leakage judging means D8 Injection means D9 First temperature judging means D10 Second temperature Determination means D11 Third temperature determination means D12 Air flow path pressure determination means D13 Terminal connection determination means D14 Output voltage determination means D15 Resistance value determination means D16 Elapsed time determination means D17 Voltage / current value recovery determination means D18 Storage means D19 Accumulated discharge Electric quantity calculation means D20 Accumulated discharge electric quantity determination means d1 System state determination means d2 Related information reading means d3 Related information reading determination means d5 Liquid supply request notification means d8 Liquid amount determination means d14 Cartridge use prohibition means 15 liquid pouring means d16 first use determination unit d17 second use determination unit L locking mechanism SN1 lock detection sensor (abnormality detection sensor)
SN2 Air channel temperature detection sensor (Abnormality detection sensor)
SN3 Air channel pressure detection sensor (abnormality detection sensor)
SN4 Air leak detection sensor (abnormality detection sensor)
SN5 Air leak detection sensor (abnormality detection sensor)
SN6 Temperature detection sensor (abnormality detection sensor)
SN7 Air channel pressure detection sensor (abnormality detection sensor)
SN8 Electrolyte flow path pressure detection sensor (abnormality detection sensor)
SN9 Air battery temperature detection sensor (abnormality detection sensor)
SN10 Hydrogen gas detection sensor (abnormality detection sensor)
SN11 Liquid leakage detection sensor (abnormality detection sensor)

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  1. 　一又は二以上の空気電池を有する空気電池カートリッジと、この空気電池カートリッジを着脱自在な本体とを有する空気電池システムにおいて、
    　空気電池カートリッジに電解液若しくは水を注液したとき、本システムを作動させているとき、システム起動をしたとき又は空気電池カートリッジを装着したときに、本システムの一部に異常があるか否かを判定するシステム状態判定手段と、
    　本システムの一部に異常があると判定したときには、上記装着されている空気電池カートリッジの使用を禁止するカートリッジ使用禁止手段とを設けたことを特徴とする空気電池システム。     In an air battery system having an air battery cartridge having one or more air batteries, and a main body to which the air battery cartridge is detachable,
    Whether electrolyte system or water is injected into the air battery cartridge, the system is operating, the system is started up, or the air battery cartridge is installed, whether or not there is any abnormality in the system System status determination means for determining
    An air battery system, comprising: cartridge use prohibiting means for prohibiting use of the mounted air battery cartridge when it is determined that a part of the system is abnormal.
  2. 　本システム各部の異常を検知するための一又は二以上の異常検知センサが配設されており、
    　システム状態判定手段は、いずれかの異常検知センサで検知している検知量の変化に基づいて、本システムの各部における異常の有無を判定する請求項１に記載の空気電池システム。     One or more abnormality detection sensors for detecting an abnormality in each part of the system are arranged,
    The air battery system according to claim 1, wherein the system state determination unit determines whether there is an abnormality in each part of the system based on a change in a detection amount detected by any abnormality detection sensor.
  3. 　空気電池カートリッジから排出される空気を流通させるための空気流路に、これを流通する空気に含まれる水素ガスを検知するための水素ガス検知センサを異常検知センサとして配設している請求項２に記載の空気電池システム。 The hydrogen gas detection sensor for detecting hydrogen gas contained in the air flowing through the air flow path for circulating the air discharged from the air battery cartridge is provided as an abnormality detection sensor. The air battery system according to.
  4. 　空気電池カートリッジに空気を圧送するための圧送装置を有しているとともに、
    　水素ガス検知センサによって検知した水素ガス濃度が所定の設定値以上になったか否かを判定するための水素ガス濃度判定手段と、水素ガス濃度が所定の設定値以上になったと判定したときには、その水素ガス濃度が低下するまで圧送装置によって空気を空気電池カートリッジに圧送する空気送給手段とを有する請求項３に記載の空気電池システム。     While having a pumping device for pumping air to the air battery cartridge,
    A hydrogen gas concentration determination means for determining whether or not the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor is equal to or higher than a predetermined set value; and when determining that the hydrogen gas concentration is equal to or higher than a predetermined set value, The air battery system according to claim 3, further comprising an air feeding unit that pumps air to the air battery cartridge by a pressure feeding device until a hydrogen gas concentration is lowered.
  5. 　水素ガス濃度判定手段によって水素ガス濃度が所定の設定値未満になったと判定したとき、空気送給手段は、圧送装置による空気の圧送を停止する請求項４に記載の空気電池システム。 The air battery system according to claim 4, wherein when the hydrogen gas concentration determination means determines that the hydrogen gas concentration is less than a predetermined set value, the air supply means stops the air pressure supply by the pressure supply device.
  6. 　空気電池カートリッジをなす空気電池を放電させるための放電手段を有しており、
    　水素ガス濃度判定手段により、水素ガス検知センサによって検知した水素ガス濃度が設定値以上になったと判定したとき、放電手段による放電を継続する請求項４又は５に記載の空気電池システム。     Having discharge means for discharging the air battery forming the air battery cartridge;
    The air battery system according to claim 4 or 5, wherein when the hydrogen gas concentration determination means determines that the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor has reached a set value or more, the discharge by the discharge means is continued.
  7. 　空気電池カートリッジ内の電解液を外部に移送する電解液移送手段を有しており、
    　水素ガス濃度判定手段により、水素ガス検知センサによって検知した水素ガス濃度が設定値以上になったと判定したとき、電解液移送手段は、カートリッジ内の電解液を外部に移送する請求項４～６のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     It has an electrolyte solution transfer means for transferring the electrolyte solution in the air battery cartridge to the outside,
    The electrolyte solution transfer means transfers the electrolyte solution in the cartridge to the outside when the hydrogen gas concentration determination means determines that the hydrogen gas concentration detected by the hydrogen gas detection sensor has reached a set value or more. The air battery system according to any one of the above.
  8. 　本体に、空気電池から漏出した電解液を検知するための漏液検知センサを異常検知センサとして配設しているとともに、
    　漏液検知センサによって漏液を検知したか否かを判定する漏液判定手段を設けており、
    　この漏液判定手段によって漏液を検知したと判定したとき、カートリッジ使用禁止手段は、その漏液している空気電池の動作を停止させる請求項２～７のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     In the main body, a liquid leakage detection sensor for detecting the electrolyte leaked from the air battery is arranged as an abnormality detection sensor,
    A leakage determination means is provided for determining whether or not leakage has been detected by a leakage detection sensor.
    The air battery according to any one of claims 2 to 7, wherein when it is determined that the liquid leakage is detected by the liquid leakage determination means, the cartridge use prohibiting means stops the operation of the leaking air battery. system.
  9. 　空気電池カートリッジをなす空気電池の温度を検知するための空気電池温度検知センサを異常検知センサとして設けている請求項２～８のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。 The air battery system according to any one of claims 2 to 8, wherein an air battery temperature detection sensor for detecting a temperature of an air battery constituting the air battery cartridge is provided as an abnormality detection sensor.
  10. 　空気電池温度検知センサによって検知した温度が所定の設定値以上になったか否かを判定する第一の温度判定手段と、空気電池カートリッジに電解液又は水の注液を行なう注液手段とを有しており、
    　第一の温度判定手段によって、当該温度が所定の設定値以上になったと判定したときには注液手段は電解液又は水の注液を停止させる請求項９に記載の空気電池システム。     First temperature determination means for determining whether or not the temperature detected by the air battery temperature detection sensor has exceeded a predetermined set value, and liquid injection means for injecting an electrolyte or water into the air battery cartridge are provided. And
    The air battery system according to claim 9, wherein when the first temperature determination unit determines that the temperature has become equal to or higher than a predetermined set value, the liquid injection unit stops the injection of the electrolytic solution or water.
  11. 　空気電池温度検知センサによって検知した温度が所定の設定値未満になったか否かを判定する第二の温度判定手段を有しており、
    　第二の温度判定手段によって、当該温度が所定の設定値未満になったと判定したときには注液手段は電解液又は水の注液を再開する請求項９又は１０に記載の空気電池システム。     Having a second temperature determination means for determining whether or not the temperature detected by the air battery temperature detection sensor is less than a predetermined set value;
    The air battery system according to claim 9 or 10, wherein when the second temperature determination means determines that the temperature has become lower than a predetermined set value, the liquid injection means restarts the injection of the electrolytic solution or water.
  12. 　空気電池カートリッジから排出される空気を流通させるための空気流路に、この空気流路の内圧を検知するための空気流路圧力検知センサを異常検知センサとして配設している請求項２～１１のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。 The air flow path pressure detection sensor for detecting the internal pressure of the air flow path is provided as an abnormality detection sensor in the air flow path for circulating the air discharged from the air battery cartridge. The air battery system according to any one of the above.
  13. 　空気流路圧力検知センサで検知した圧力が所定値以上になったか否かを判定する空気流路圧力判定手段を有しており、その空気流路圧力判定手段により、空気流路圧力検知センサで検知した圧力が所定値以上になったと判定したときには、カートリッジ使用禁止手段は、空気電池カートリッジの使用を中止させる請求項１２に記載の空気電池システム。 It has an air channel pressure determination means for determining whether or not the pressure detected by the air channel pressure detection sensor has become a predetermined value or more. The air battery system according to claim 12, wherein when it is determined that the detected pressure is equal to or greater than a predetermined value, the cartridge use prohibiting unit stops the use of the air battery cartridge.
  14. 　複数の空気電池カートリッジを同時に着脱自在にしているとともに、
    　空気電池カートリッジの装着を許容するアンロック位置又は装着された空気電池カートリッジをロックするロック位置に移動可能なロック部材と、そのロック部材の位置を検知するためのロック検知センサとを有するロック機構が設けられており、
    　システム状態判定手段は、ロック検知センサによるロック部材の位置の検知に基づいて、空気電池カートリッジの装着位置を判定する請求項１～１３のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     A plurality of air battery cartridges can be attached and detached simultaneously,
    There is provided a lock mechanism having a lock member that can be moved to an unlock position that permits mounting of the air battery cartridge or a lock position that locks the mounted air battery cartridge, and a lock detection sensor for detecting the position of the lock member. Provided,
    The air battery system according to any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the system state determination means determines the mounting position of the air battery cartridge based on detection of the position of the lock member by the lock detection sensor.
  15. 　システム状態判定手段は、空気流路圧力検知センサによって検知した圧力変動に基づいて、空気電池カートリッジと本体との装着部における漏気の有無を判定する請求項１２～１４のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。 15. The system state determination unit according to claim 12, wherein the system state determination unit determines the presence or absence of air leakage in the mounting portion between the air battery cartridge and the main body based on the pressure fluctuation detected by the air flow path pressure detection sensor. Air battery system.
  16. 　システム状態判定手段は、空気流路圧力検知センサによって検知した圧送時における圧力変動に基づいて、空気電池カートリッジと空気流路との接続の良否を判定する請求項１２～１５のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。 The system state determination means according to any one of claims 12 to 15, wherein the system state determination means determines whether or not the connection between the air battery cartridge and the air flow path is good based on a pressure fluctuation at the time of pumping detected by the air flow path pressure detection sensor. The air battery system described.
  17. 　本システムの一部をなす電解液流路に、その電解液流路の内圧を検知するための電解液流路圧力検知センサを異常検知センサとして配設しており、
    　システム状態判定手段は、電解液流路圧力検知センサによって圧送時における空気電池カートリッジの圧力変動に基づいて、その空気電池カートリッジと電解液流路との接続の良否を判定する請求項４～１６のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     An electrolyte flow path pressure detection sensor for detecting the internal pressure of the electrolyte flow path is disposed as an abnormality detection sensor in the electrolyte flow path forming a part of the system.
    The system state determination means determines whether the connection between the air battery cartridge and the electrolyte flow path is good or bad based on the pressure fluctuation of the air battery cartridge at the time of pressure feeding by the electrolyte flow path pressure detection sensor. The air battery system according to any one of the above.
  18. 　本システムの一部をなす本体のカートリッジ装着部に、空気電池カートリッジとの電流検知端子及び電圧検知端子が配設されており、
    　それら少なくともいずれかの端子の電気的な接続の良否を判定する端子接続判定手段を設けた請求項１～１７のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     A current detection terminal and a voltage detection terminal for the air battery cartridge are disposed on the cartridge mounting portion of the main body forming a part of the system,
    The air battery system according to any one of claims 1 to 17, further comprising terminal connection determination means for determining whether or not electrical connection of at least one of the terminals is good.
  19. 　端子接続判定手段は、各端子間の抵抗値に基づいて、電気的な接続の良否を判定する請求項１８に記載の空気電池システム。 The air battery system according to claim 18, wherein the terminal connection determination means determines the quality of the electrical connection based on a resistance value between the terminals.
  20. 　端子接続判定手段により、いずれかの端子の電気的な接続が不良であると判定したときには、放電手段は、その空気電池カートリッジの放電を中止する請求項１８又は１９に記載の空気電池システム。 20. The air battery system according to claim 18 or 19, wherein when the terminal connection determining means determines that the electrical connection of any of the terminals is defective, the discharging means stops discharging the air battery cartridge.
  21. 　空気電池の出力電圧が、所定の電圧値未満になったか否かを判定する出力電圧判定手段を有し、
    　当該出力電圧が所定の電圧値未満になったと判定したときには、放電手段は、放電電流を減少させる請求項６に記載の空気電池システム。     An output voltage determination means for determining whether or not the output voltage of the air battery has become less than a predetermined voltage value;
    The air battery system according to claim 6, wherein when it is determined that the output voltage has become less than a predetermined voltage value, the discharge means reduces the discharge current.
  22. 　空気電池の抵抗値が任意の基準値以上であるか否かを判定する抵抗値算出手段が設けられており、
    　空気電池の抵抗値が任意の基準値以上であると判定したとき、
    　放電手段は、放電電流を減少させる請求項６～２１のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     A resistance value calculating means for determining whether or not the resistance value of the air battery is equal to or greater than an arbitrary reference value is provided,
    When it is determined that the resistance value of the air battery is greater than or equal to an arbitrary reference value,
    The air battery system according to any one of claims 6 to 21, wherein the discharge means reduces the discharge current.
  23. 　放電電流を減少させてから所定の設定時間が経過したか否かを経過時間判定手段と、
    　所定の設定時間が経過したと判定したときに、所定の電圧，電流値に回復したか否かを判定する電圧，電流値回復判定手段とを有し、
    　この電圧，電流値回復判定手段によって所定の電圧，電流値に回復しないと判定されたときには、その空気電池を有する空気電池カートリッジの動作を中止させる請求項６～２２のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     Elapsed time determination means whether or not a predetermined set time has elapsed since the discharge current was reduced,
    When it is determined that a predetermined set time has elapsed, a voltage and a current value recovery determination means for determining whether or not the voltage has been recovered to a predetermined voltage and current value,
    The operation of the air battery cartridge having the air battery is stopped when it is determined by the voltage / current value recovery determining means that the voltage / current value does not recover to a predetermined voltage / current value. Air battery system.
  24. 　システムの状態を記憶するための記憶素子が設けられており、
    　電圧，電流値回復判定手段により、所定の電圧，電流値に回復しないと判定されたときには、当該空気電池が異常である旨を記憶素子に記憶する記憶手段を有する請求項２３に記載の空気電池システム。     A storage element for storing the state of the system is provided,
    24. The air battery according to claim 23, further comprising storage means for storing in the storage element that the air battery is abnormal when it is determined by the voltage / current value recovery determination means that the voltage / current value is not recovered. system.
  25. 　積算放電電気量を算出する積算放電電気量算出手段と、
    　算出した積算放電電気量が空気電池カートリッジをなす空気電池の定格容量の所要割合以上になったか否かを判定する積算放電電気量判定手段とを有し、
    　積算放電電気量判定手段によって、積算放電電気量が空気電池カートリッジの定格容量の所要割合以上になっていないと判定されたときには、空気電池カートリッジの動作を停止させる請求項６～２４のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     An integrated discharge electricity amount calculating means for calculating the integrated discharge electricity amount;
    Integrated discharge electricity amount determination means for determining whether the calculated integrated discharge electricity amount is equal to or greater than a required ratio of the rated capacity of the air battery constituting the air battery cartridge;
    25. The operation of the air battery cartridge is stopped when the integrated discharge electricity amount determining means determines that the integrated discharge electricity amount is not equal to or greater than a required ratio of the rated capacity of the air battery cartridge. The air battery system according to item.
  26. 　積算放電電気量判定手段によって、積算放電電気量が空気電池カートリッジの定格容量の所要割合以上になっていないと判定されたときには、記憶手段は、記憶素子に正常に放電終了した旨の記憶をする請求項２４又は２５に記載の空気電池システム。 When it is determined by the integrated discharge electric quantity determination means that the integrated discharge electric quantity is not equal to or greater than the required ratio of the rated capacity of the air battery cartridge, the storage means stores in the storage element that the discharge has ended normally. The air battery system according to claim 24 or 25.
  27. 　記憶手段は、空気電池の放電中又は放電終了時に放電関連情報を記憶素子に記憶する請求項２４～２６のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。 The air battery system according to any one of claims 24 to 26, wherein the storage means stores the discharge-related information in the storage element during the discharge of the air battery or at the end of the discharge.
  28. 　本システムの一部が、装着されている空気電池カートリッジであり、
    　システム状態判定手段は、装着されている空気電池カートリッジの装着状態に基づいて、異常の有無を判定する請求項１に記載の空気電池システム。     A part of this system is an installed air battery cartridge,
    The air battery system according to claim 1, wherein the system state determination means determines whether or not there is an abnormality based on a mounting state of the mounted air battery cartridge.
  29. 　空気電池カートリッジの装着を許容するアンロック位置又は装着された空気電池カートリッジをロックするロック位置に移動可能なロック部材と、そのロック部材の位置を検知するためのロック検知センサとを有するロック機構が設けられており、
    　システム状態判定手段は、ロック検知センサによるロック部材の位置の検知に基づいて、空気電池カートリッジの装着状態の正否を判定する請求項２８に記載の空気電池システム。     There is provided a lock mechanism having a lock member that can be moved to an unlock position that permits mounting of the air battery cartridge or a lock position that locks the mounted air battery cartridge, and a lock detection sensor for detecting the position of the lock member. Provided,
    29. The air battery system according to claim 28, wherein the system state determination means determines whether the mounting state of the air battery cartridge is correct based on detection of the position of the lock member by the lock detection sensor.
  30. 　ロック部材は、外形状及び方向が一致する空気電池カートリッジのみを挿入可能に形成されている請求項２９に記載の空気電池システム。 30. The air battery system according to claim 29, wherein the lock member is formed so that only an air battery cartridge having the same outer shape and direction can be inserted.
  31. 　本システムの一部が空気流路であり、
    　この空気流路が、空気電池カートリッジに空気を供給するための空気供給パイプと、その空気電池カートリッジから排出された空気を外部に排出するための空気排出パイプとを有しており、
    　それら空気供給パイプと空気排出パイプとに、空気電池カートリッジを封止するための開閉バルブをそれぞれ配設している請求項１，２８～３０のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     Part of this system is an air flow path,
    The air flow path has an air supply pipe for supplying air to the air battery cartridge, and an air discharge pipe for discharging the air discharged from the air battery cartridge to the outside.
    The air battery system according to any one of claims 1 and 28 to 30, wherein an open / close valve for sealing the air battery cartridge is provided in each of the air supply pipe and the air discharge pipe.
  32. 　空気流路に与圧装置を配設しており、
    　システム状態判定手段は、圧力検知センサによって与圧時における圧力変動に基づいて、漏気の有無を判定する請求項３１に記載の空気電池システム。     A pressurizing device is arranged in the air flow path,
    32. The air battery system according to claim 31, wherein the system state determination means determines the presence or absence of air leakage based on the pressure fluctuation during pressurization by the pressure detection sensor.
  33. 　本システムの一部が電解液流路であり、
    　電解液流路に圧力検知センサが配設されており、
    　システム状態判定手段は、圧力検知センサによって検知した圧力変動に基づいて漏液の有無を判定する請求項１，２８～３２のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     Part of this system is the electrolyte flow path,
    A pressure detection sensor is disposed in the electrolyte flow path,
    The air battery system according to any one of claims 1, 28 to 32, wherein the system state determination means determines the presence or absence of liquid leakage based on the pressure fluctuation detected by the pressure detection sensor.
  34. 　本システムの一部が電気系統であり、
    　システム状態判定手段は、電気系統における異常の有無を静電容量の変化によって判定する請求項１，２８～３３いずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     Part of this system is an electrical system,
    The air battery system according to any one of claims 1, 28 to 33, wherein the system state determination means determines whether there is an abnormality in the electric system based on a change in capacitance.
  35. 　空気電池カートリッジには、この空気電池カートリッジに関わる関連情報を記憶した記憶素子が配設されており、
    　その記憶素子に記憶されている空気電池カートリッジに関わる関連情報を読み出す関連情報読出し手段を有する請求項３４に記載の空気電池システム。     The air battery cartridge is provided with a storage element that stores related information related to the air battery cartridge.
    The air battery system according to claim 34, further comprising related information reading means for reading related information related to the air battery cartridge stored in the storage element.
  36. 　関連情報読出し手段による空気電池カートリッジに関わる関連情報の全ての読み出しが行なわれたか否かを判定する関連情報読出し判定手段が設けられており、
    　当該関連情報の全ての読み出しが行なわれないと判定したときには、
    　カートリッジ使用禁止手段は、その空気電池カートリッジの使用を禁止する請求項３５に記載の空気電池システム。     Related information reading determining means for determining whether or not all the related information related to the air battery cartridge has been read by the related information reading means is provided,
    When it is determined that all of the relevant information is not read,
    36. The air battery system according to claim 35, wherein the cartridge use prohibiting means prohibits use of the air battery cartridge.
  37. 　関連情報は、空気電池カートリッジの定格電解液量であり、
    　空気電池カートリッジの定格電解液量又は水量が、予め設定された容量以下であるか否かを判定する液量判定手段と、
    　定格電解液量又は水量が、予め設定された容量以下であると判定したときには、給液要求を報知する給液要求報知手段とを有する請求項３５又は３６に記載の空気電池システム。     The relevant information is the rated electrolyte volume of the air battery cartridge,
    A liquid amount determination means for determining whether the rated electrolyte amount or water amount of the air battery cartridge is equal to or less than a preset capacity;
    37. The air battery system according to claim 35 or 36, further comprising: a liquid supply request notifying unit that notifies a liquid supply request when it is determined that the rated electrolyte amount or the water amount is equal to or less than a preset capacity.
  38. 　空気電池カートリッジの使用の有無を判定する第一の使用判定手段と、
    　第一の使用判定手段により空気電池カートリッジが使用済みであると判定されたときには、判定に係る空気電池カートリッジが、使用中のものであるか否かを判定する第二の使用判定手段とを有し、
    　判定に係る空気電池カートリッジが使用中のものではないと判定したときには、
    　カートリッジ使用禁止手段は、その空気電池カートリッジの使用を禁止する請求項１、２８～３７のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     First use determination means for determining whether or not the air battery cartridge is used;
    And a second usage determining means for determining whether or not the air battery cartridge according to the determination is in use when the first usage determining means determines that the air battery cartridge has been used. And
    When it is determined that the air battery cartridge according to the determination is not in use,
    The air battery system according to any one of claims 1, 28 to 37, wherein the cartridge use prohibiting means prohibits the use of the air battery cartridge.
  39. 　空気電池カートリッジに電解液の注液を行なうための注液手段が設けられており、
    　第二の使用判定手段が、判定に係る空気電池カートリッジが使用中のものであると判定したときには、
    　注液手段は、判定に係る空気電池カートリッジに対する注液を行なわない請求項３８に記載の空気電池システム。     Injecting means for injecting electrolyte into the air battery cartridge is provided,
    When the second use determination means determines that the air battery cartridge according to the determination is in use,
    The air battery system according to claim 38, wherein the liquid injection means does not perform liquid injection to the air battery cartridge according to the determination.
  40. 　複数の空気電池カートリッジを装着するための装着部が配設されており、
    　システム状態判定手段は、各装着部に装着されている空気電池カートリッジの異常の有無を順次判定する請求項１，２８～３９のいずれか１項に記載の空気電池システム。     A mounting portion for mounting a plurality of air battery cartridges is provided,
    The air battery system according to any one of claims 1, 28 to 39, wherein the system state determination means sequentially determines whether there is an abnormality in the air battery cartridge attached to each attachment portion.
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